Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a CNA - Night Shift ER, where you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care during overnight hours in the emergency department. This dynamic position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing essential support to patients with diverse needs. Your expertise will help ensure smooth patient flow, safety, and comfort while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence. If you thrive in energetic settings and are passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives, this role is perfect for you!
Responsibilities
- Assist registered nurses and physicians with patient assessments, vital signs, and basic medical procedures using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems and EHR (Electronic Health Records) management tools.
- Provide direct patient care including hygiene assistance, mobility support with Hoyer lifts, catheter care, and medication administration following aseptic techniques and safety protocols.
- Monitor patient conditions closely, recognizing signs of deterioration or emergency situations, and communicate effectively with the healthcare team to ensure prompt response.
- Support patients with complex needs such as dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, behavioral health issues, and those requiring specialized attention like ICU or trauma center patients.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation, ensure patient confidentiality per HIPAA regulations, and assist with medical records management.
- Facilitate safe patient transfers using appropriate methods including patient transfer techniques and manual handling practices.
- Engage in patient service activities that promote comfort and well-being during long-term or short-term stays within hospital medicine or post-acute care settings.
Qualifications
- Valid CNA certification with current licensure; experience working in emergency medicine or Level I/II trauma centers is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with Epic is a plus.
- Experience in critical care environments including ICU, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or surgical units preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and aseptic techniques essential for safe patient care.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting safely using proper lifting practices; physical stamina required for long shifts including night hours.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and caregivers while maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA guidelines.
- Prior experience working with diverse populations including geriatric patients, individuals with disabilities or developmental disabilities, and those requiring hospice or infectious disease care is advantageous.
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills make a real difference! We are committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the resources needed to excel during your night shift duties in our busy emergency department.
Work Location: In person
