CNA - Med Surg | Telemetry

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

1d • $20 - $26

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides compassionate, patient-centered care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role supports patients with personal care, activities of daily living, comfort measures, and delegated clinical tasks while helping maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. Strong communication, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality care are required.

The position is full-time, with either a 6:30 AM–7:00 PM or 6:30 PM–7:00 AM schedule. It requires working every other weekend and some holidays. The role involves frequent physical activity and may include exposure to blood, body fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards.

Requirements

• Completion of a nursing assistant program.
• Current Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) or Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II) certification.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to safely perform patient-handling tasks.
• Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and other physical activities associated with direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and comfort measures while respecting each patient's dignity, individuality, and preferences.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, and elimination needs.
• Obtain and record vital signs and collect specimens as directed.
• Assist with patient transportation and support nursing procedures.
• Apply non-sterile dressings and ice packs, provide heat treatments, and perform other delegated patient care activities.
• Accurately document patient care and observations in the medical record.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and well-stocked patient care environment.
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests.
• Communicate patient observations and concerns to the assigned nurse.
• Support patient rights, autonomy, dignity, values, and beliefs while providing care.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required clinical competencies.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, available starting the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off accruing from day one.
• 401k plan.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Eligible evening, night, or weekend shift differential.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

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