Certified Nurse Assistant - Med/Surg (4 west)

Medical University of South Carolina • Orangeburg, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The certified nursing assistant provides basic patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse.

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, as well as IV fluids stored in patient care areas and automated dispensing units.
• Follows the MUSC Standards of Behaviors.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees