What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position at Banyan Brand?
Exciting Opportunity with Banyan Treatment Centers!
We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide essential support to our patients during their recovery journey while aiding the nursing department with various tasks.
About Banyan Treatment Centers:
Banyan Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care, offering a comprehensive continuum of services with the esteemed Joint Commission Accreditation (Gold Seal of Approval). Since our founding, we have grown into a trusted provider with 18 locations and Telehealth services nationwide.
In 2023, TPG’s global impact investment through The Rise Fund enabled us to further expand our services. This partnership underscores our dedication to providing high-quality care and reinforces our financial stability. With over 1,600 dedicated employees, we are committed to making a meaningful impact on people’s lives, delivering compassionate, quality care that extends from our internal operations to every patient interaction.
Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers?
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an organization that stands as a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will:
- Directly Impact Lives: Play a vital role in supporting individuals during a crucial phase of their recovery journey, helping them make positive changes toward long-term health.
- Support Our Mission: Directly contribute to our life-changing goal to help individuals break free from the bonds of addiction.
- Skill Development: Gain valuable experience in behavioral health, enhancing skills in patient support, crisis management, and effective communication.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of our commitment to employee growth, with access to continued education, training, and advancement opportunities within the organization.
- Foster a Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated team of medical, nursing and clinical professionals, advocating for patients’ needs and contributing to comprehensive, personalized care plans.
- Collaborate with a Diverse Team: Join a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, with many team members bringing firsthand recovery experiences.
Position Details:
- Reporting to: Nursing Supervisor
- Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts.
- Location: Lake Worth, FL
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct 1:1s.
- Label community charts.
- Review charts to ensure MARs align with the physician’s orders.
- Order medications from the pharmacy.
- Observe and verify the self-administration of medication for compliance with physician’s orders.
- Schedule appointments for the physician on property and at the local office.
- Assist with lab paperwork.
- Serve as a liaison between the doctor, nurse, and patients regarding anticipated problems, patient refusal of medication, suicidal ideations, medical emergencies, etc.
- Assist the Nursing, Medical, and Operations departments.
Required Qualifications:
- Active CNA in the state of Florida.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Work experience in the field of substance use disorder or mental health treatment.
- Experience working with patients at various levels of care, with an emphasis on detox and residential levels of care.
- An associate's degree or higher.
Personal Characteristics:
- Empathetic and Compassionate: You connect with and support patients in a respectful, understanding manner, fostering trust essential for effective patient interactions and emotional support.
- Adaptable and Patient: You handle diverse patient needs calmly, adjusting to varying patient behaviors while remaining consistent in support and guidance.
- Observant and Safety-Conscious: You stay vigilant in monitoring patients and the environment, identifying potential safety concerns and maintaining a secure and supportive setting.
- Communicative and Clear: You communicate clearly and concisely with both patients and staff, sharing critical information promptly and ensuring patient understanding of processes, rules, and interventions.
- Team-Oriented and Collaborative: You work well with others, share information effectively, and contribute positively to the team environment, especially in high-stakes situations.
Comprehensive Benefits include:
- Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
- Whole and Term Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term disability Insurance
- 401(k) Benefit with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off
- 7 Paid Holidays, inclusive of a floating Holiday to use at your discretion.
- Employee Assistance and Referral Programs
Apply Now!
If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to bring your expertise to a mission-driven team, apply today to join Banyan Treatment Centers!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We welcome all applicants and encourage veterans, active-duty military and first responders to apply, in support of our First Responders Program offering.
