CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Position Number: 22099015 
County: Saline 
Posting End Date: June 11, 2026

Position is located at the Arkansas Health Center in Benton AR.

Employees are required to work rotating shifts and generally work 12 hours.

May require lifting and positioning of patients, walking, use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.

This position starts at the Entry Rate of $18.83 per hour.

Job Duties:

Perform or assist with patients' personal care and hygiene activities, including bathing, grooming, oral care, and dressing. Help patients with mobility needs, including repositioning, transferring, and using assistive devices such as wheelchairs or walkers.

Support patients with feeding and hydration, ensuring proper nutrition and dietary needs are met. Performs multiple duties which can include observing the residents to detect problems or changes and notify nursing personnel as needed. Measure and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration) and report abnormalities to nursing staff.

Assist in setting up and cleaning medical equipment used in patient care. Follow infection control protocols to prevent the spread of disease and ensure a safe healthcare environment. Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas to support sanitary conditions.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.