Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across various healthcare settings. Your energy, empathy, and professionalism will help create a comforting environment for individuals of all ages and needs, from acute hospital cases to long-term community care. This paid position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills directly impact patient well-being and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility to promote independence and comfort.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates, ensuring accurate medical documentation.
• Support clinical staff with procedures such as catheter care, wound care, and aseptic techniques to maintain infection control standards.
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory impairments within memory or behavioral health units.
• Operate medical equipment including Hoyer lifts, ECG machines, and assist with phlebotomy procedures when necessary.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to HIPAA regulations, infection control protocols, and patient safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in diverse settings such as hospitals (including ICU and trauma centers), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home care environments.

Requirements

• Valid certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in accordance with state regulations.
• Experience working in various healthcare environments including nursing homes, assisted living or home health care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and basic life...