Certified Nursing Assistant

Overview
We are seeking 2 dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care, excellent communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of various clinical settings. As a CNA, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to patients across diverse environments, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living communities, and home care settings. Your expertise will contribute significantly to enhancing patient comfort, safety, and well-being while adhering to all regulatory standards and best practices.

Duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and dignity.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and temperature; accurately document findings in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Support medical staff by preparing patients for examinations or procedures, ensuring proper positioning and comfort.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by following infection control protocols and aseptic techniques; utilize equipment such as Hoyer lifts and other mobility aids safely.
• Administer medications or treatments as directed by nursing staff in accordance with HIPAA regulations and medical documentation standards.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition or behavior promptly to the healthcare team for timely intervention.
• Assist with specialized care needs including Alzheimer's care, dementia care, memory care, behavioral health support, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities.
• Provide compassionate care in diverse settings such as acute care units, ICU, emergency medicine departments, pediatric units (PICU), hospice care environments, and outpatient clinics.

Skills

• Proven experience working in various healthcare environments including hospital medicine, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, nursing homes, or home & community care settings.
• Familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks; proficient in medical documentation and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy relevant to patient assessment; ability to monitor vital signs accurately.
• Experience with specialized procedures such as catheter care, phlebotomy, medication administration, and use of mobility aids like Hoyer lifts.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices including aseptic technique; adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations including children (working with children), seniors (geriatrics), individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs.
• Excellent caregiving skills combined with patience, empathy, and professionalism; capable of managing high-pressure situations typical of Level I trauma centers or Level II trauma centers.
• Competence in supporting emergency situations such as urgent care scenarios or acute episodes requiring immediate response; familiarity with ICU protocols is advantageous. Join our team committed to delivering exceptional patient service through compassionate caregiving and clinical excellence!

Pay: $15.00 - $16.50 per hour

Work Location: In person