Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Summary

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and become a vital part of providing compassionate, high-quality patient care across diverse medical settings. In this energetic role, you will support nursing staff by assisting with daily patient needs, ensuring comfort, safety, and dignity for individuals of all ages and health conditions. Your proactive approach and attention to detail will help create a nurturing environment where patients feel valued and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic healthcare setting while making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper manual handling techniques and equipment like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor and record vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Provide emotional support and effective communication to patients and their families, fostering trust and comfort during their care journey.
• Assist with patient transfers using safe transfer methods and equipment to prevent injury for both patients and staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment by following aseptic techniques, infection control protocols, and proper medical documentation procedures.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across specialties such as geriatrics, critical care, hospice, pediatrics, or emergency medicine to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good standing with relevant state licensing requirements.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including long-term care residents, individuals with developmental disabilities, dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, or those requiring memory care.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical documentation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs measurement, basic anatomy and physiology principles.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while adhering to safe lifting practices; experience with manual handling equipment like Hoyer lifts is preferred.
• Strong caregiving communication skills combined with compassion and patience to support patients effectively.
• Prior experience in hospital medicine, ICU or trauma center environments such as Level I or Level II trauma centers is advantageous.
• Certification in basic life support (BLS) or CPR; additional skills in phlebotomy or medication administration are a plus.

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering exceptional patient care through energy, expertise, and empathy!

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person