Overview
Join our dedicated 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, personalized care to individuals across various healthcare settings. Your energy and enthusiasm will help foster a comforting environment for patients of all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics, including those with complex medical needs such as dementia, Alzheimer's, or behavioral health conditions. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while making a positive impact on the well-being of others.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices.
- Monitor and record vital signs, observe patient conditions, and report changes promptly to nursing staff.
- Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner.
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols, especially in infectious disease or ICU settings.
- Provide compassionate care for individuals with developmental disabilities, memory care needs, or behavioral health challenges, including dementia and Alzheimer's care.
- Assist with patient transfers, positioning, and use of specialized equipment such as bed alarms or mobility aids.
- Document patient interactions accurately in medical records while respecting HIPAA regulations and confidentiality standards.
Experience
- Prior experience working in diverse healthcare environments such as hospitals (including trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or outpatient clinics is highly valued.
- Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for medical documentation and patient care tracking.
- Experience supporting patients with complex needs including ICU, emergency medicine, post-acute care, or behavioral health is preferred.
- Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and clinical procedures such as catheter care or phlebotomy enhances your ability to deliver exceptional care.
- Previous caregiving roles involving pediatrics or geriatrics provide a strong foundation for this position.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications like medication administration or DME training are advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments such as urgent care or surgical units while maintaining attention to detail and patient safety. Join us in providing outstanding patient service through compassionate caregiving! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with comprehensive training opportunities and a collaborative team environment dedicated to excellence in healthcare delivery.
Pay: $26.92 - $30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
