Certified Nursing Assistant/PCA

Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Personal Care Assistant (PCA), where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients across diverse settings. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to individuals with varying health needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and dignity are prioritized at all times. Whether working in long-term care facilities, hospitals, or community-based environments, your hands-on assistance and empathetic approach will foster healing and well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility to promote independence and comfort.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration, accurately documenting findings in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring proper techniques and adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy.
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory impairments, utilizing techniques like aseptic procedures and memory care strategies.
• Operate medical equipment such as Hoyer lifts and perform catheter care with precision following aseptic techniques to prevent infection.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in acute care, ICU, emergency medicine, or behavioral health settings to deliver comprehensive patient service.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards across all patient interactions.

Skills

• Proven experience working in diverse healthcare environments including hospitals (Level I Trauma Center, Level II Trauma Center), nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or home care settings.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical documentation and records ma...