Chester Nursing Center: Certified Nurse Assistant

Medical University of South Carolina • Chester, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The CNA performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient. Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year of patient care experience in a health care facility or as CNA is required.
• Currently registered as a Certified Nurse Assistant in South Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required before seeing patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in their move toward independence by setting realistic goals and treatment plans.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and often coordinate patient care and team activities.
• Performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient.
• Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients.
• Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking.
• Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures.
• May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment.
• May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED