PRN Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
Applewood Centers·Cleveland, Ohio
Applewood Centers·Cleveland, Ohio
The CNA provides clinical, administrative, and scheduling support to an outpatient psychiatry team, including measuring vital signs and managing patient flow. They are responsible for coordinating care, communicating with families, and ensuring medical records compliance.
This is a PRN position. The starting salary for this position is $19/$20 per hour.
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and Psychiatry Program Leadership, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides clinical, administrative, and scheduling support to the outpatient psychiatry team. This role supports daily clinic operations, coordination of care, and communication with families by assisting providers, managing scheduling needs, and responding to routine clinical questions and concerns. Further, the CNA ensures medical records compliance and complies with agency and departmental policies and procedures. Additionally, the CNA works interdependently with other departments within the agency as well as must be in compliance with the HIPAA and Privacy Health Information Act.
1.
High School Diploma required. 2.
Current Ohio CAN required.
BLS certification required. CPS training/clearance required. 3. Competency/Skills:
Ability to manage parent concerns professionally and demonstrate cultural humility.
Core Expertise: Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date.
Independent Judgment: Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment.
Cultural Competency: Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics.
Interpersonal Communication: Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language.
Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members.
Problem Solving & Decision Making: Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions.
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions
4.
Applewood Centers is a private, nonprofit agency providing mental health services, social services and education to children, adolescents and families living in Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. Dedicated to addressing a variety of behavioral, emotional and learning problems, we provide a continuum of care from outpatient counseling to residential treatment.
1. Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training. 2. All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards. 3. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures. 4. Other duties as assigned by management.
Requires a High School Diploma, current Ohio CNA licensure, BLS certification, and CPS training/clearance. Experience with children, adolescents, and behavioral health settings is preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.
