CNA Women's Care Unit

Overview

The Patient Care Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant (PCT/CNA) provides safe basic care to patients, including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, specimen collection, and observing patients for physical or emotional changes. Additional duties include recording pertinent information in patient charts, communicating with other Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care, and providing constant supervision to patients as needed. Duties may vary according to department expectations and needs.

Responsibilities

• Take and record patient vital signs.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Collect specimens as required.
• Observe patients for physical and emotional changes.
• Document relevant information in patient charts.
• Communicate with other Patient Care Team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide constant supervision to patients when needed.

Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications: CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Other Licenses/Certifications: CPR (American Heart Association), HealthCare Provider BLS.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Six months in a clinical healthcare environment.
• Experience: Six months supporting the physical, emotional, and psycho‑social needs of patients.

Pay

Expected pay for this position is $18.98 – $22.34 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills, and internal equity. This is an hourly position.

Benefits

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