Certified Nurse Assistant - Inpatient Rehab

Medical University of South Carolina • Orangeburg, SC

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About The Position

The C.N.A. provides basic patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. This position is located at the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) in Orangeburg, South Carolina, and is a full-time role within the Healthcare Support Clinical & Research Support Services department. The C.N.A. will be responsible for providing essential patient care services, including hygiene, bathing, and feeding functions, as well as obtaining vital signs and documenting findings. The role requires sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy, and adherence to the MUSC Standards of Behaviors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have current South Carolina Certified Nursing Assistant Certification or Patient Care Technician certificate.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes, obtains and reports appropriate data to the staff.
• Provides patient care services to include basic hygiene, bathing and feeding functions.
• Obtains vital signs.
• Appropriately documents findings and information.
• Communicates appropriate information to the staff as required.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit care data.
• Has access to minimal risk medications contained in kits, trays or packs associated with certain procedures.
• Follows the MUSC Standards of Behaviors.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED