Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals across various settings, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living communities, and home care environments. Your energy and enthusiasm will help create a supportive atmosphere where patients feel valued and cared for. You will assist with daily activities, monitor patient health, and ensure compliance with all safety and confidentiality standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations while working alongside a team of healthcare professionals committed to excellence.

Duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using proper manual handling techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts.
• Take and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, ensuring proper documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, following strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheter care or phlebotomy in collaboration with nursing staff and ensure aseptic techniques are followed at all times.
• Support emergency response efforts by applying basic life support (BLS) skills like CPR when necessary.
• Maintain detailed medical records and documentation of patient interactions using EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks.
• Work with diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, individuals with developmental disabilities.

Qualifications

• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required; additional certifications such as CPR or BLS Required.
• Experience working in home health environments.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems accurate medical documentation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and aseptic techniques essential for safe patient care.
• Ability to lift heavy objects safely using proper lifting practices; manual handling skills required for patient transfer methods like Hoyer lifts.
• Strong communication skills for caregiving tasks and collaboration with healthcare teams; sensitivity when working with individuals with disabilities or complex medical needs.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations; meticulous attention to detail in medical records management.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care through compassion, professionalism, and teamwork!

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person