Certified Nursing Assistant Student Program - (AN/AI Preference)

Salary: Negotiable :USD

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.

ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.

Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• Retirement Match and Discretionary. ANTHC matches up to 5%, with a 3% discretionary contribution after one year of employment into a 401(a).
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.


Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary:


Under direct supervision, ensures patient safety under Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) care through observation. May assist a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with patient activities of daily living.

Responsibilities:


Observes patients experiencing suicidal ideation, behavioral health issues, or other safety concerns to ensure safety and stability. Recognizes abnormal behavior or changes in behavior and notifies primary Registered Nurse (RN). Records and reports all information within scope of knowledge.

Conducts regular environmental assessments with the primary nurse to ensure the environment is free of objects, equipment, medications, etc. that a patient may use to harm themselves. Must be able to work in situations with isolation precautions.

Assists nursing staff with bed changes, patient transport, ambulation, range of motion, and mobility using safe transfer techniques.

A ssists CNA with basic care including hygiene and activities of daily living such as bed baths, showers, grooming, dressing, toileting, preventative skin care, incontinence care, feeding, and oral hygiene.

Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment.

Maintains confidentiality in regard to patient information. Assists in infection control using standard and isolation precautions as appropriate. Collaborates with personnel in nursing and supportive services and with members of the health care team to promote respect in delivery of patient care.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Other information:


KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS

· Knowledge of general safety factors and medical terminology.

· Knowledge of general procedures for the care of patients.

· Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.

· Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families.

· Skill in oral and written communication.

· Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.

· Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

A high school diploma or GED equivalent.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Non-supervisory – None.

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Basic Life Support (BLS) card required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Currently enrolled in a CNA training program.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

Previous work experience in a hospital setting preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must complete Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and Suicide Observation training within sixty (60) days of hire.