CDOC Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) / Medication Administration (QMAP) PART-TIME- BUENA VISTA

CDOC Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) / Medication Administration (QMAP) PART-TIME- BUENA VISTA

Salary $1,917.00 - $2,684.00 Monthly

Location Chaffee County, CO

Job Type Part Time

Job Number CAA BVCC 30532 CNA 10.2025

Department Department of Corrections

Opening Date 10 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date 10 / 30 / 2025 4 : 00 PM Mountain

Primary Physical Work Address Buena Vista, CO

This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973

How to Apply

Please submit an online application for this position. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions.

Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher.

Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.

Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and / or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual's current compensation level.

Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.

Description of Job

This PART-TIME position is located in BUENA VISTA and provides medical assistance to inmates housed in the Buena Vista Correctional Complex.

This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following :

• In a clinical setting, assist patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, mouth care, dressing, toileting and clothing changes when incontinence occurs, ambulation and feeding;
• Obtains and records vital signs for review by staff nurse;
• Provide and assist with patient transfers and turning in bed;
• Report changes in patient skin condition and patient health care complaints to shift registered nurse;
• Empty catheter bags; offer fluids and record intake and output; apply external catheters;
• Talk with patients to keep oriented to person, place, and time;
• Respond to call lights and inmate requests for assistance;
• Assist with meal distribution;
• Change linen according to unit schedule;
• Assist patient with making of bed, picking up room, etc.;
• Perform dressing changes, soaks, finger stick blood glucose measurements, vital signs, and pulse oximetry under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse;
• Maintain appropriate tool and materials control and accountability;
• Participate in development of patient plan of care;
• May be required to participate in restraining an inmate primarily for medical reasons;
• Provide clerical assistance by answering phones, taking and forwarding accurate messages, transcribing medical orders, and medical record filing;
• Retrieve and enter kites in computerized kite log;
• Schedule inmates for sick line and chronic care visits according to facility specific scheduling guidelines;
• Assist with delivery of medications;
• Receive, verify, store and prepare return pharmaceuticals;
• Assist in maintaining inventory and stocking of supplies.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must have one year of full-time experience as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). Experience must be thoroughly detailed in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of the application.

AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

Applicant must possess a valid, active Nurse Aide Certification (CNA) from the State of Colorado; Applicant must possess a valid, active QMAP Certification; a copy of your QMAP Certification / Registration must be attached to your application.

Required Competencies

Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations; Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift; Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction. Able to work with inmates of diverse backgrounds and functional levels. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate positively and professionally with inmates and staff. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to read and comprehend the English language; Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing; Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind. Strong understanding and knowledge of the complexities of a multi-disciplinary health care delivery system. Ability to problem solve critically to effectively resolve issues. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality inmate care. Ability to operate independently within the scope of a CNA. Must be of high integrity to handle confidential health care information to include all inmate records. Basic knowledge of computer systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working as a CNA in a correctional environment. Current CPR Certification (attach certification). Current First Aid Certification (attach certification). Experience working with patients who have multiple disabilities to include both physical and mental. Experience working with the senior population. Hospice experience.

Important Information

For information regarding this job announcement, contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman@state.co.us or 719-723-3973.

The Assessment Process : Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ's will be included in the Comparative Analysis process.

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant.

Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above.

Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application.

Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and / or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher.

Those rehired or reinstated after six months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.

If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.

If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service.

This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials.

Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.

In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years.

Failure to provide this information could result in delays and / or elimination from the background investigation process.

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