Certified Nursing Assistant - Intensive Care Unit

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

29d

About The Position

The Meritus Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a 24-bed high-acuity unit serving a diverse patient population with a wide range of complex and critical health needs. As a Nursing Assistant on our ICU team, you will support the delivery of essential patient care in a fast-paced environment while embodying our core values of Integrity, Quality, Community, and Teamwork . This role is vital in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and continuity of care during some of the most critical moments of a patient's life. Integrity - We uphold honesty, accountability, and ethical practice in every aspect of patient care. Quality - w e strive for the highest standards of patient safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Community - We build trusting relationships with patients, families, and each other—honoring the privilege of caring for members of our community during their most vulnerable moments. Teamwork - Critical care requires collaboration. We value each team member's contribution, maintain a strong rapport with our intensivist team, and work closely with respiratory and physical therapy to provide excellent, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Program required
• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State of Maryland
• Current BLS certification
• Ability to apply professional nursing standards with compassion and empathy
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry varying weights as required for patient care (1-50+ lbs).
• Frequent standing, walking, and positioning of patients.
• Fine hand/eye coordination and hearing acuity required.
• Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks and manage multiple priorities.
• Exposure possible to blood, body fluids, and hazardous materials in accordance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide for patients' personal care, comfort, and dignity.
• Assist with bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Collect specimens, obtain vital signs, administer enemas, perform non-sterile dressings, assist with surgical prep, and apply heat/ice treatments as directed by the licensed nurse.
• Document all care provided according to department standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Respond promptly to call lights and anticipate patient needs through regular rounding.
• Communicate patient observations to the nurse assigned to the patient.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect for patient rights, values, and beliefs.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program.
• Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees