Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Rutherfordton, NC

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About The Position

Rutherford Regional, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide basic patient care as delegated by an RN. The role supports patients with daily living activities, monitors and reports patient condition, maintains safe and clean care areas, and assists nursing and physician staff with department operations. The position is full-time, day shift, working three 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends.

Nice To Haves

• High school degree.
• Hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, and ambulation.
• Observe and promptly report abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manage the tech desk and support nursing and physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Document care and activities according to unit standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed