geriatric nursing assistant

Healthport

<div><p><b>Medical Assistant - Full‑Time</b></p><div>
Location: Salisbury, MD<br>
Salary Range: $34,000 &ndash;$44,000 annually<br>
Schedule: Four‑day, 36-hour work week &mdash; Monday through Thursday</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Position Summary</b></p><p>
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting providers with office visits and provide skilled nursing services as scheduled and document information in the organizations EMR. This position will play a vital role in patient quality care.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><div><ul><li>
Maintain strict confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA, CARF standards, and Maryland state regulations.</li><li>
Accurately enter and manage patient data in the electronic medical record (EMR) system, ensuring all services are completed and documented.</li><li>
Complete all required documentation related to client treatment and communicate updates promptly with internal staff and, when authorized, external providers.</li><li>
Escort patients to exam rooms, conduct intake interviews, and record vital signs including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature in the EMR.</li><li>
Clean and disinfect exam and treatment rooms after each patient visit, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment.</li><li>
Ensure exam rooms are properly stocked, maintain medical equipment, prepare instruments for sterilization, and dispose of contaminated materials according to protocol.</li><li>
Manage incoming calls by taking messages and responding to patient, physician, and pharmacy inquiries as appropriate.</li><li>
Collaborate with clinical staff to support treatment and rehabilitation plans tailored to client needs.</li><li>
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.</li></ul></div><div></div><p><b><br>
Qualifications &amp; Experience</b></p><div><ul><li>
Active certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).</li><li>
Minimum of two years&rsquo; experience working with adults experiencing mental health conditions preferred.</li><li>
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.</li><li>
Flexible availability, including willingness to work occasional evening hours as needed.</li><li>
Current certification in CPR and First Aid.</li><li>
Authorized and competent to perform assigned duties, including coordinating client care and treatment services.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with team members to support the organization&rsquo;s mission and meet the healthcare needs of the populations served.</li></ul></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Why Join HealthPort?</b></p><p>
HealthPort is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center offering outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and primary care services. Our mission is to foster an organically developmental culture grounded in evidence‑based care and focused on the health of our community.</p><p>
We offer:</p><ul><li>
Competitive salaries</li><li>
Comprehensive benefits</li><li>
401(k) with 3% employer contribution + 2% match</li><li>
Opportunities for growth in an innovative care model</li></ul><p>
Learn more at HealthPort.org.</p></div>

Medical Assistant

South Port Square

<div><p>Full Time 6PM - 6AM
</p><p><b><i>WHO ARE WE?
</i></b></p><p>Come join our dedicated team at South Port Square, a 40-acre campus in Port Charlotte, close to Charlotte Harbor and Punta Gorda &mdash; one of Florida&rsquo;s best-kept secrets! You'll be part of a team with a strong work ethic, where management and co-workers are committed to making a positive impact on our residents&rsquo; lives. These extraordinary leaders will help you craft a fulfilling senior living career.
</p><p>For over 30 years, South Port Square has been meeting the growing needs of retirees and seniors. We&rsquo;re one of twelve retirement communities in Florida managed by Life Care Services (LCS), the nation&rsquo;s leading developer and manager of senior living communities.
</p><p>We strive to create an environment of trust and transparency, helping employees find purpose in their work and reach their highest potential. South Port Square is actively seeking a hospitality-driven professional to join our growing team!
</p><p><b><i>ABOUT THE ROLE:
</i></b></p><p><i>The Med-Tech assists with the administration of medication under the direct supervision of an LPN or an RN. Assists licensed nursing staff by performing routine nursing duties and activities of daily living.
</i></p><p><b><i>Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Med-Tech:
</i></b></p><ul><li><i>Assists residents with dressing, grooming, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, toileting and exercising.
</i></li><li><i>Transfers, transports and escorts residents as needed.
</i></li><li><i>Answer signal lights promptly.
</i></li><li><i>Changes bed linens, makes beds, and keeps rooms clean and orderly.
</i></li><li><i>Safely prepares, administers, and charts oral, topical, and suppository drugs. The med-tech who prepares the medicine administers the same.
</i></li><li><i>Checks and prepares each dose immediately preceding administration.
</i></li><li><i>Follows administration protocol.
</i></li><li><i>Records administration of the medication on residents medication administration record. Discards medication refused or otherwise not given and records on medication administration record.
</i></li><li><i>Reports medication errors or reactions to medications immediately to the charge nurse, who, in turn, reports to the residents attending physician and completes the necessary documentation.
</i></li><li><i>Performs accurate pulse and blood pressure and recognizes their significance in drug therapy.
</i></li><li><i>Signs and has access to the controlled schedule drug cabinet.
</i></li><li><i>Administers medication only upon a written physician's order.
</i></li></ul><p><b><i>Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:
</i></b></p><ul><li><i>Successful completion from a state approved geriatric nursing assistant training program. Prior geriatric nursing aide experience is preferred. Registration with state registry required.
</i></li><li><i>Successful completion of state approved Medicine Aide course, and when applicable, the continuing education course.
</i></li><li><i>Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic. Ability to document care given.
</i></li></ul><p><b><i>What We Offer:
</i></b></p><ul><li><i>Work today, get paid tomorrow with </i><b><i>DailyPay </i></b><i>! South Port Square now offers </i><b><i>DailyPay </i></b><i>- a program that allows employees to access their earned income on demand, as it's earned.
</i></li><li><i>Benefits for full and part-time staff, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!
</i></li><li><i>Fun, caring, inclusive work environment!
</i></li></ul><p><b><i>Salary: </i></b><i>From $18.50 per hour
</i></p><p><b><i>Background Screening Requirement: </i></b><i>This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: </i><i>https://info.flclearinghouse.com </i><i>.
</i></p><p><i>Many roles in the community may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu, and COVID-19 vaccine status.
</i></p><p><b><i>If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
 </i></b></p><p><i>EEO Employer</i></p></div>

Overnight Medication Aide

Acts Retirement-Life Communities

<div>Overview:
<div><b>
Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally!</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit!</b></div><div></div><div><i><br>
We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more!</i></div><div></div><div><br>
Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of <b>Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) / Med Tech </b>in our assisted living neighborhood.</div><div><br>
In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct resident care under the supervision of the licensed nurse, while always respecting confidentiality and working collaboratively in a team environment. May perform tasks allowed by your certification and Acts policy, as delegated by the licensed nurse, following successful validation of competencies.</div>
Requirements:
<div>
The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:</div><ul><li>
Current State certification for Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)</li><li>
Current or eligible for certification in CPR</li><li><b>
Current State certification for medication administration</b></li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Team members are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment), paid time off and holidays, and much more! Eligibility may vary based on status.</div><div></div><div><br>
For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org and join our Talent Network to receive e-mail alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests!</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 states, and over 8,500 team members. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our team members are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our team members.</i></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process.</i></div>
Pay Range: $20.25 - $20.25 / hour. Starting rate will vary based on skills and experience.</div>

GNA / Med Tech

Genesis Healthcare

<div>Overview:
<div><b> ***Exciting new wages are here &mdash; come join our team!***</b></div><div>
</div><div>
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div><div>As a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) you will work alongside a Licensed/Registered Nurse to deliver efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction.</div><div><br>
<ul><li>Performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of patients.</li><li>Transports patient to rehabilitation therapy and accompanies to outside appointments</li><li>Participates in the care planning process and implements care according to care plan.</li></ul></div></div>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Successful completion of a state-approved GNA program and current certification required</li></ul>
Benefits:
<div><ul><li>Variable compensation plans</li><li>Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts</li><li>Employee Assistance Program to support mental health</li><li>Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships</li><li>Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off</li><li>Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members</li><li>On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you&rsquo;ve already earned</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:<br>
<ul><li>Pet Insurance</li><li>Term and Whole Life Insurance</li><li>Short-term Disability</li><li>Hospital Indemnity</li><li>Personal Accident</li><li>Critical Illness</li><li>Cancer Coverage</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.</div></div><div></div>
Posted Salary Range: USD $19.00 - USD $20.50 /Hr.</div>

Geriatric Nurse Aide, GNA

University of Maryland Medical System

<div><b>Job Requirements<br>
</b><br>
<p><b>General Summary</b></p><p>
Under the direction of licensed nursing staff, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct patient care to individuals recovering from stroke and other neurologic conditions in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The PCT assists with activities of daily living, monitors and documents clinical data, performs delegated tasks such as vital signs and point-of-care testing, and communicates patient status changes to the interdisciplinary team. This role supports patient safety, functional recovery, and adherence to individualized rehabilitation plans.</p><p><b>
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks</b></p><p>
The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.</p><ul><li>
Provides direct patient care to individuals recovering from stroke and other neurologic conditions in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. Supports patients with varying degrees of hemiparesis, aphasia, cognitive impairment, dysphagia, visual neglect, and mobility limitations.</li><li>
Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs), including feeding, bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, repositioning, transferring, and ambulation, utilizing safe handling techniques and prescribed assistive devices. Reinforces therapy goals and promotes patient independence while maintaining safety.</li><li>
Obtains, documents, and reports vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and pain level) and promptly communicates abnormal findings or changes in neurologic status to licensed nursing staff. Observes for stroke-specific changes such as altered level of consciousness, unilateral weakness, slurred speech, facial droop, or changes in cognition.</li><li>
Participates in fall prevention strategies, including implementation of bed and chair alarms, use of gait belts, proper transfer techniques, and adherence to individualized safety plans. Responds promptly to patient-triggered alarms (call light, bed/chair alarms, tele-sitter alerts) and assists with close observation assignments as needed.</li><li>
Performs point-of-care testing including blood glucose monitoring and documents results accurately. Performs bladder scans, measures post-void residuals, monitors intake and output, documents urinary and stool output, and supports bowel and bladder programs common in stroke rehabilitation.</li><li>
Provides catheter care (indwelling and external), assists with intermittent catheterization per policy, and reports abnormal findings. Assists with enteral feeding set-up and monitoring under RN supervision, observing for tolerance and aspiration precautions.</li><li>
Performs skin assessments during care activities and reports any redness, pressure injury risk, or impaired skin integrity. Assists with routine dressing changes after RN assessment and reinforces pressure injury prevention strategies, including turning and repositioning schedules.</li><li>
Assists with specimen collection following proper patient identification and infection prevention practices. Adheres to isolation precautions and PPE requirements in accordance with infection control guidelines.</li><li>
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment. Ensures patient rooms are stocked according to unit standards, linen is managed appropriately, and equipment is cleaned between patient use.</li><li>
Collaborates with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team (nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and providers) to support individualized plans of care and discharge goals. Communicates observed functional progress or concerns that may impact therapy participation or patient outcomes.</li><li>
Demonstrates professional vigilance when assigned as a patient safety companion, ensuring continuous monitoring and reporting of safety concerns.</li><li>
Complies with Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, CARF standards, and hospital policies. Identifies, reports, and mitigates safety risks. Documents care accurately and timely within scope of practice.</li><li>
Incorporates safe body mechanics and lifting techniques in all patient handling activities. Supports efficient patient flow while maintaining quality and safety standards.</li></ul><p>
Performs other duties as assigned.<br>
</p><br>
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<b>Work Experience<br>
</b><br>
<p><b>Education &amp; Experience</b></p><p>
High school diploma or equivalent required.</p><p>
Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
</p><p>One (1) year of previous experience preferred.</p><p>
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.</p><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></p><p>
Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.</p><p>
Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.</p><p>
Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.</p><p>
Ability to learn and use computer systems</p><p>
Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.</p><p>
Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.</p><p>
Demonstrates knowledge, practice and accountability for skills or procedures that require aseptic technique.</p></div>

Patient Care Technician II, TBI, Day

Patient Care Technician II, TBI, Days

<div><b>Job Requirements<br>
</b><br>
<p><b>General Summary:</b></p><p><br>
Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patient&rsquo;s with activities of daily living. This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient&rsquo;s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.</p><p><b><br>
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks:</b></p><p><br>
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.</p><ul><li>
Performs testing and manages the care of the patient based on results achieved and clinical findings.</li><li>
Records patient care along the continuum, including activities of daily living (ADLs): feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring.</li><li>
Completes, documents, and reports patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation, and reported pain level).</li><li>
Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.</li><li>
Participates in cost effective strategies to optimize patient outcomes.</li><li>
Promotes patient safety including fall prevention. Ensures the safety of the clinical environment for patients, visitors, and other staff members.</li><li>
Maintains order and appearance of patient rooms and work area. Maintains patient care supplies and linen.</li><li>
Provides post-mortem care.</li><li>
Collaborates with members of the health care team to carry out the plan of care, including reporting observed changes in patients&rsquo; condition.</li><li>
Ensure patient comfort relative to their pain status.</li><li>
Measures and documents dietary intake and patient urinary and stool output. Documents calorie count. Measures and documents patient weight.</li><li>
Conducts indwelling urinary catheter care. Applies, maintains, and removes external urinary catheter devices.</li><li>
Conducts blood glucose monitoring.</li><li>
Provides wound care to promote healing and maintain structural integrity of the skin. Performs skin care and hygiene and reports impaired skin integrity and/or wound impairment. Assists with appropriate strategies and/or treatment measures to provide wound care.</li><li>
Assists with collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing. Incorporates proper techniques for patient identification, method for collection of appropriate specimen(s), and documentation.</li><li>
Provides orthopedic/rehab device care: e.g. braces, splints, CPM. Dons/doffs compression wraps/stockings.</li><li>
Participates in hourly patient rounding in collaboration with the health care team.</li><li>
Responds to patient-triggered alarms, including call light, chair alarm, bed alarm, tele-sitter alarm, etc.</li><li>
Complies with the The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals within scope of practice.</li><li>
Detects, reports, and acts to avoid or correct safety risks. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.</li><li>
Provides professional vigilance to assigned patients, including when assigned as a patient safety companion.</li><li>
Incorporates safe lifting techniques and body mechanics in daily practice.
</li><li>Improves patient flow and prevents care delays.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned</li></ul><br>
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Work Experience<br>
</b><br>
<p><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.</li><li>
Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.</li><li>
Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously, and function in stressful situations.</li><li>
Ability to learn and use computer systems</li><li>
Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.</li><li>
Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Education &amp; Experience:</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent required.</li><li>
Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
</li><li>No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.</li><li>
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.</li></ul></div>

Patient Care Technician I

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