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Certified Nursing Assistance - CNA CROCKER

Certified Nursing Assistance - CNA CROCKER

JWCH InstituteLos Angeles, CA, US
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Purpose : The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) at Crocker Care Campus is a key member of a multidisciplinary team providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use. This role supports patients in a harm reduction-focused, low-barrier healthcare setting, ensuring that care is accessible, dignified, and trauma-informed

The CNA will assist with daily patient care, hygiene support, basic clinical tasks, and harm reduction services in non-traditional settings, including drop-in spaces, outdoor park-lets, and outreach sites. The ideal candidate is empathetic, flexible, and passionate about working with vulnerable populations.

About the Crocker Care Campus & Harm Reduction Model :

The Crocker Care Campus is a patient-centered space designed as a welcoming drop-in site for people who use drugs and those experiencing homelessness. It provides a safe, accessible environment focused on hospitality, community, and comprehensive care. Unlike traditional clinics, Crocker operates with flexibility, prioritizing low-barrier engagement and participant autonomy over rigid structures.

Principal Responsibilities :

  • Provide hands-on patient care and support, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting.
  • Assist with wound care, medication reminders, and patient monitoring under RN supervision.
  • Support patients with hygiene needs, including changing clothes, cleaning wounds, and basic grooming.
  • Engage patients in a compassionate, non-judgmental manner, prioritizing dignity and respect.
  • Assist with rooming patients, vital signs, and basic health assessments.
  • Provide phlebotomy support, particularly for patients with challenging venous access (preferred or willingness to train).
  • Participate in harm reduction efforts, including overdose prevention education, safe-use supply distribution, and connection to support services.
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including nurses, medical assistants, case managers, harm reduction specialists, and behavioral health staff.
  • Assist with mobile and outreach efforts, helping to bring care to patients in need.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of patient interactions and services provided.
  • Support a welcoming, safe, and patient-centered environment in all care settings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements :

  • Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification in California required.
  • CPR / BLS certification required.
  • At least one (1) year of CNA experience in a healthcare or community health setting preferred.
  • Comfort working in non-traditional clinical environments, such as drop-in centers, outdoor park-lets, and mobile units.
  • Understanding of primary care needs for people experiencing homelessness, including substance use, chronic conditions, and behavioral health considerations.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with an interdisciplinary care team.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a harm reduction and trauma-informed framework.
  • Bilingual (Spanish / English) preferred but not required.

    • Preferred Experience & Skills :

  • Experience working with people experiencing homelessness or in harm reduction settings.
  • Familiarity with mental health crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-changing environment and provide care with flexibility and creativity
  • All JWCH, Wesley Health Centers workforce members are recommended to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19.

    • Employee Benefits :

    At JWCH Institute, Inc., we believe in taking care of those who take care of others. If you work 30+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Monthly employer-sponsored allowance for assistance with health premiums.
  • Funded Health Savings Account (up to deductible) to assist with carrier-approved medical expenses.
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave) and 13 paid holidays.
  • 401(k) Safe Harbor Profit Sharing plan.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Short- and long-term disability plans (LTD / STD).
  • Life insurance policy & AD&D, and more!

    • Become part of a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us change lives, one patient at a time.

    JWCH Institute, Inc + Wesley Health Centers is an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer.

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