Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Behavioral Health Unit - Kealakekua, HI

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Position Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support within a behavioral health setting, working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to deliver safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. This role may also include continuous patient observation (sitter responsibilities) to ensure patient safety and well-being.

• Deliver direct patient care under the direction of licensed nursing personnel
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding
• Observe, monitor, and promptly report changes in patient behavior, condition, or vital signs
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for behavioral health patients
• Perform continuous observation/sitter duties for high-risk patients as assigned
• Support de-escalation techniques and adhere to behavioral health safety protocols
• Accurately document patient care activities in a timely manner
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Minimum of 1 year CNA experience preferred (behavioral health experience strongly preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle challenging behaviors with professionalism, empathy, and composure
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred

• 5 shifts per week
• 8-hour shifts (Days and/or Nights)
• Flexibility required based on unit needs

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.