Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across various healthcare settings. Your dedication will help promote comfort, safety, and well-being for diverse patient populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and individuals with disabilities or complex medical needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to a collaborative and supportive environment.
Duties
- Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and dignity
- Monitor and record vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates accurately using electronic health record (EHR) systems
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation in compliance with HIPAA regulations and medical records standards
- Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or memory impairments through compassionate engagement and behavioral health techniques
- Operate medical equipment such as Hoyer lifts and perform basic aseptic techniques during procedures like catheter care or wound management
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in acute care environments including ICU, emergency medicine, or long-term care facilities to deliver seamless patient care
- Maintain a safe environment by practicing proper manual handling, heavy lifting techniques, and adhering to safe lifting practices during patient transfers
Skills
- Proven experience working with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR systems) such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation
- Demonstrated ability to provide specialized care in diverse settings including hospital medicine, hospice, outpatient clinics, or assisted living communities
- Strong knowledge of physiology, medical terminology, infection control protocols, and aseptic techniques essential for safe patient care
- Experience caring for geriatric patients or those with complex needs such as behavioral health or sub-acute conditions
- Ability to perform vital signs measurement accurately while demonstrating excellent patient service skills and empathy
- Familiarity with advanced caregiving equipment like Hoyer lifts and understanding of safe manual handling practices
- Certification in CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) along with knowledge of HIPAA regulations for protecting patient privacy
Join us in delivering exceptional care that transforms lives! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work environment. Your dedication as a Certified Nursing Assistant will be valued every step of the way as you help us uphold the highest standards of patient-centered care.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Per diem
Pay: $25.18 - $30.33 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Work Location: In person
