Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/PCT) - SRNA Certification

Baptist Healthcare System•Corbin, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA/PCT) works under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse, providing assigned care according to their scope of practice. This role requires the ability to care for patients of all age groups. All employees are expected to continually monitor and adhere to safety responsibilities and initiatives. BHCOR – Corbin 3 North Surgical is a 36-bed medical-surgical unit focused on comprehensive care for patients with diverse medical and surgical diagnoses, offering compassionate, patient-centered care throughout recovery. The unit specializes in post-operative management, medical stabilization, and treatment of acute and chronic conditions, aiming to deliver high-quality, coordinated care for safe healing, patient education, and optimal outcomes.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification or successful completion of first year clinical classes in nursing school and validation of a clinical consistent with level of education.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, hands-on patient care, including personal hygiene, bathing, toileting, oral care, and assistance with daily activities.
Obtain and record vital signs, weights, intake and output, and report changes or abnormalities to the RN.
Assist with patient mobility — turning, repositioning, ambulating, and maintaining proper body alignment.
Support patient admissions, transfers, and discharges by preparing rooms, escorting patients, and ensuring comfort and safety.
Perform delegated clinical tasks such as specimen collection, blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, and other unit-specific procedures.
Assist patients with nutritional needs — setting up trays, feeding when necessary, and maintaining hydration and dietary restrictions.
Answer call lights promptly and respond to patient and visitor needs with courtesy and professionalism.
Communicate effectively with RNs and team members, participating in hourly rounding and shift reports.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment while following hospital safety and infection control procedures.
Demonstrate a calm, caring demeanor in stressful or emotional situations and promote patient dignity and advocacy.
Participate in department safety training, quality improvement initiatives, and emergency preparedness activities.