Patient Care Technician (CNA), Day Shift, Rehabilitation

Adventist HealthCare•Rockville, MD

About The Position

Adventist HealthCare Rockville Rehab is seeking an experienced Patient Care Technician (CNA) for its Rehabilitation team. The role supports the organization’s mission to extend care through physical, mental, and spiritual healing. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the technician performs service duties and routine technical tasks, including taking vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living. Duties may vary by area of assignment. The technician follows the care plan established and delegated by the Registered Nurse and receives report from the Registered Nurse. The position works 36 hours per week, typically three shifts per week from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. The schedule includes alternating weekends and holidays. The position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The stated pay range is $19.21–$24.90. Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends that applicants be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before starting employment and may require proof of vaccination. The employer will not hire applicants who state that they use nicotine or test positive for nicotine or drug use; offers may be withdrawn following positive cotinine or marijuana test results. The organization is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and states that it will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and endeavor to accommodate religious beliefs.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Successful completion of a CNA program or first year of a nursing school program, and successful completion of the CNA exam.
Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Effective command of spoken and written English.
Physical ability to meet job requirements involving lifting, bending, and turning.
Strong computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an acute care clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Perform service duties and routine technical tasks, including taking vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living, under a Registered Nurse’s supervision.
Consider the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations.
Participate in department and organizational education programs, meetings, committees, and professional initiatives.
Pursue personal and professional development to adapt effectively to ongoing change.
Present a positive and professional image representing nursing and the organization.
Follow the care plan established and delegated by the Registered Nurse.
Receive report from the Registered Nurse.
Help ensure a culture of safety.
Identify and report malfunctioning or expired equipment and supplies.
Ensure work areas and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents effective on the date of hire.
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and AD&D; short-term disability buy-up is available.
Paid time off.
Employer retirement contribution and match after one year of eligible employment, with a three-year vesting period.
Voluntary benefits, including flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long-term care, and critical illness and accident insurance.
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program support.
Free employee parking.
Work-life balance through nonrotating shifts.
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise.