CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT | LONG TERM CARE 11-5 | FULL-TIME EVENINGS (21010)

About the Role

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment for Certified Nursing Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care with knowledge of patient growth and development, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Take and record vital signs (TPR, blood pressure) and report deviations to Primary or Charge Nurse.
• Obtain specimens as assigned (e.g., urine, stool, sputum).
• Weigh patients and record weight.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including skin care (e.g., bathing, dressing, ambulation).
• Record oral intake and urinary output.
• Perform assigned treatments (e.g., change simple dressings).
• Communicate effectively with Charge Nurse/Primary Nurse regarding patient needs and requests.
• Orient patients to their environment and develop rapport with patients, family, and significant others.
• Maintain cleanliness of patient and non-patient units (e.g., wipe tables, arrange storage rooms, pantries).
• Prepare bedside units for new admissions (e.g., stock with bedpan, tissues, water, cups).
• Apply principles of infection control and safety in the work environment.
• Report significant unit problems to the charge nurse.
• Maintain established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Assess gaps in policies and procedures and create necessary updates.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence: respect, flexibility, professionalism, patience, and helpfulness.
• Respond to all interactions in a timely, professional, caring, and respectful manner per Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Adhere to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct and understand its Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Utilize the hospital computer system as required for job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participate in the orientation of new certified nursing assistants.
• Engage in unit committees and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities as assigned.
• Assist other personnel as necessary.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a Nurse’s Aide preferred.
• Technical skills required for patient care.
• Good oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to the extent required by the position.
• Successful completion of an approved Nurse’s Aide training course.
• Heart Saver certification from the American Heart Association.

Job Setting / Physical Demands

• Work in all patient care areas with exposure to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Frequent prolonged standing and walking.
• Lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients.
• Wear protective clothing: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, and particulate respirator.

Pay

Base pay range: $26.00–$28.75 per hour. Additional differentials: $1.15 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy, including vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs for professional growth.