CNA

Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and clinical skills will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care across various settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home care environments. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will ensure patients receive safe, respectful, and personalized support to promote their health and well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your nursing career while delivering exceptional patient service.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and feeding to enhance comfort and independence.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature; accurately document findings in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper techniques and adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Maintain aseptic technique during procedures like catheter care, wound dressing changes, and other clinical tasks to prevent infection.
• Use specialized equipment such as Hoyer lifts and assistive devices to safely transfer patients with mobility challenges or disabilities.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in acute care, ICU, emergency medicine, behavioral health, or post-acute settings to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Document all patient interactions thoroughly within medical documentation systems like Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical records.
• Engage in patient education on health management topics such as dementia care, Alzheimer's support, or geriatrics to empower individuals and families.

Experience

• Previous experience working in critical care environments such as ICU or Level I Trauma Centers is highly valued.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Meditech for efficient documentation and patient tracking.
• Experience in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or home & community care is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology related to physiology, anatomy, infectious disease care, and medication administration enhances your effectiveness.
• Background working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral health needs is advantageous.
• Certification in basic life support (BLS) is required; additional certifications such as phlebotomy or hospice care are a plus.
• Familiarity with pediatric (PICU), geriatrics, or sub-acute care enhances your versatility across patient populations. Join us in providing compassionate nursing assistance that transforms lives! We value energetic professionals committed to excellence in patient service and eager to expand their clinical expertise across a variety of healthcare environments. Your dedication will help us deliver top-tier care while advancing your career journey!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person