Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Med-Surg - Loan Forgiveness - Full Time, Days (Norwalk)
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant aids professional and technical nursing personnel by performing duties and procedures directly related to patient care. The role includes measuring and recording vital signs and patient weights; helping patients with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures, and other activities of daily living; supporting patient safety and privacy; and keeping the unit clean and safe. The CNA also assists with patient care as directed by a licensed nurse, including specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning, and patient transportation. Other duties include stocking supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, completing routine clerical tasks, and handling related assignments. The role requires recognizing and reporting changes in a patient's condition, taking appropriate action, and documenting activities accurately. The CNA is responsible for infection control procedures and HIPAA compliance, and for receiving, inventorying, and securing patient belongings as appropriate. The position calls for proactive, thoughtful work, caring behavior, and appropriate independent judgment and decision-making. The posted pay range is $22.80–$30.70, described as the calculated average rate for 12 total hours worked, including overtime; it is not the base rate. A $6,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible candidates with at least one year of experience, subject to restrictions and exceptions. The bonus is limited to full-time regular positions, paid in increments over 12 months to active employees in good standing; current hospital employees are ineligible, and former hospital employees may also be ineligible.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Demonstrated prior patient care experience.
- Certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the state of California.
- AHA Basic Life Support certification.
- Understanding of basic medical terminology.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Customer service skills appropriate to the job.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families.
Responsibilities
- Measure and accurately record patient weights and vital signs.
- Recognize and report changes in patients' conditions, take appropriate action, and accurately document activities.
- Receive, inventory, and secure patient belongings as appropriate.
- Assist patients with hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures, and other activities of daily living while respecting privacy, age, gender, culture, and stated preferences.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment and follow infection control procedures and HIPAA requirements.
- Assist with patient care as directed by a licensed nurse, including specimen collection and transport, turning and positioning, and patient transportation.
- Stock unit supplies, operate hospital equipment as directed, perform routine clerical tasks, and complete related duties as assigned.
- Engage in caring behaviors and take proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful ownership of work activities.
Benefits
- $6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, subject to stated eligibility requirements and restrictions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
