Job Description

Overview: Join a compassionate healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant I, providing essential patient care during night shifts in a regional medical center serving the Southeastern United States. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities, supporting nursing staff, and maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with patient admissions, including orientation to the unit and equipment.
• Respond promptly to patient needs, providing direct assistance or notifying appropriate personnel.
• Support the nursing care plan by performing delegated patient care tasks.
• Ensure patient safety through proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of patient care areas.
• Participate in cost containment and accurate patient service charging.
• Engage in educational and performance improvement activities.
• Perform waived testing and maintain required skills per unit competency.
• Demonstrate commitment to customer satisfaction and efficient patient throughput.

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• Current registration with the appropriate state nursing assistant registry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Experience and Skills:

• No prior experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Flexibility in work tasks and schedules.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn new techniques.
• Knowledge of age-specific patient care considerations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work variable shifts, including nights.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and turning patients.
• Visual and auditory acuity to observe patient conditions.
• Exposure to blood and body fluids with appropriate precautions.

Job Tags

Shift work,

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