Certified Nursing Assistant

Company Overview
Jemisun Healthcare Services, Inc. specializes in providing nursing and allied health staff to a diverse range of healthcare settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, and community-based care environments. Our mission is to support quality patient care through dedicated staffing solutions.

Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering exceptional patient care across various healthcare settings, including long-term care, hospitals, and community-based services. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by providing vital support and assistance under the supervision of nursing professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, ensuring proper documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Support patients with medication administration as directed by nursing staff and ensure adherence to medication protocols.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheter care, wound care, and phlebotomy when trained and authorized to do so.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by following infection control procedures and aseptic techniques in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in specialized areas such as dementia care, memory care units, or behavioral health settings to meet individual patient needs.
• Utilize patient service skills to provide compassionate support for individuals with developmental disabilities or those requiring hospice or palliative care.

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) from an accredited program.
• Prior experience working in healthcare environments such as hospitals (including ICU, emergency medicine, trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems for medical documentation and records management is an advantage.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, basic anatomy, physiology, and HeartSaver FirstAid, CPR and AED.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with disabilities or developmental disorders.
• Ability to perform physical tasks involving lifting equipment like Hoyer lifts and assistive devices safely and effectively.
• Strong communication skills coupled with a professional attitude focused on patient-centered care. Join our team to provide vital support that enhances the quality of life for patients across multiple healthcare settings while advancing your career in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in caregiving.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Experience:

• Home care: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• any other language that is not English (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, MD 21044 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person