Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg/Per Diem
Company: Christus Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg/Per Diem
at Christus Health summary: The Certified Nursing Assistant
provides basic patient care under nursing supervision, ensuring a
safe and comfortable environment. Responsibilities include
assisting with patient mobility, monitoring vital signs, and
supporting daily living activities while adhering to safety and
infection control standards. The role requires BLS certification,
completion of a nursing assistant course, and physical stamina to
manage patient care tasks and emergency situations. Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic
patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a
safe and comfortable patient environment. Requirements MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent.
Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. Specialty
certifications as required by each unit. SKILLS: Must be able to
pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit. Must be
able to read, speak and write English fluently. EXPERIENCE: Six
months in a healthcare related field preferred. NATURE OF
SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director/Manager, Nursing Unit
ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogens - B Works irregular hours.
Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to
infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable
situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle
emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable
standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics.
Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or
equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual
dexterity and fine motor coordination required. Keywords: Certified
Nursing Assistant, patient care, basic nursing duties, BLS
certification, medical-surgical support, healthcare assistant,
patient mobility, infection control, clinical support, nursing
aide
Keywords: Christus Health, Rio Rancho , Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg/Per Diem, Healthcare , Santa Fe, New Mexico
