Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care, with experience in various clinical settings and a thorough understanding of medical procedures. As a CNA, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality support to patients across diverse healthcare environments, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home care settings. Your expertise will help ensure patient comfort, safety, and dignity while assisting medical staff with essential duties.

Duties

• Provide direct patient care by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, ensuring proper documentation within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Support patients with specialized needs such as Alzheimer's care, dementia care, memory care, or behavioral health conditions by implementing tailored approaches and maintaining a safe environment.
• Assist healthcare professionals with medical procedures including phlebotomy, catheter care, aseptic techniques, and medication administration under supervision.
• Maintain infection control standards by practicing proper hand hygiene, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and adhering to HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Facilitate communication between patients and the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care delivery in inpatient, outpatient, or home care settings.
• Operate medical equipment safely and effectively in various environments such as ICU, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or Level I Trauma Centers.
• Support discharge planning and post-acute care by educating patients and families on medication management and self-care routines.

Qualifications

• Valid CNA certification with current licensure in the relevant state or region.
• Prior experience working in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals (especially ICU or emergency medicine), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or hospice environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks, or similar platforms for accurate medical documentation.
• Experience with specialized patient populations including those with developmental disabilities or infectious disease needs.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy relevant to patient assessment and basic life support procedures.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to geriatrics, pediatrics, surgical procedures (medical-surgical), and behavioral health interventions.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks involving lifting equipment like Hoyer lifts or working with patients requiring mobility assistance.
• Strong interpersonal skills to provide compassionate caregiving while maintaining professionalism in high-pressure environments such as Level II trauma centers or urgent care clinics. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients through compassionate caregiving combined with clinical excellence!

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20