Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Georgetown Hospital System • Murrells Inlet, SC

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (non-certified) learns to provide basic patient care under the general supervision of an RN in an acute hospital setting. The role also transports and transfers patients safely within the medical complex and assists with data collection to support delegated nursing care. The job description identifies a night work shift consisting of 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant course of study, documented completion of a military equivalent, and/or successful completion of the fundamentals semester of nursing school.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire, with recertification every two years.
• Ability to use computers and EMR software.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to work with patients, families, physicians, and other health care providers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of previous healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care related to nutrition, elimination, comfort, mobility, and safety.
• Transport and transfer patients within the medical complex using appropriate equipment and safety precautions based on each patient's health status.
• Assist nursing staff with lifting and ambulating patients according to appropriate practice guidelines.
• Maintain the environment and equipment, and locate and deliver appropriate equipment to Central Service and Maintenance departments.
• Collaborate with health care team members to communicate and document accurate information.
• Organize and prioritize delegated work to complete it within established time frames and unit guidelines.
• Follow Tidelands Health's mission, policies, and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to improve patient care and unit operations.
• Participate in unit staff meetings.

What This Job Offers

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