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Certified Nurse Aide CNA
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$39,212 / year median in Pennsylvania
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Job Type:
Full Time |FLSA:
Non-Exempt Your experience matters Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Our nursing team is committed to providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care to every patient we serve. Certified Nurse Aides work closely with Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team to support patients throughout their care experience. Under the supervision of an RN or LPN, the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) performs basic patient care activities in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. This role provides essential support to patients and the nursing team while helping maintain a safe, efficient, and welcoming care environment. How you'll contribute A Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) who excels in this role:- Performs basic patient care activities under the supervision and direction of an RN or LPN.
- Provides care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
- Assists nursing staff in providing safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care.
- Supports patients with basic care needs while promoting comfort, safety, dignity, and independence.
- Observes patients and communicates relevant information or changes in condition to the appropriate nursing staff.
- Works collaboratively with nurses, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
- Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality when accessing demographic, clinical, insurance, financial, and medical record information.
- Follows established infection prevention, bloodborne pathogen, and workplace safety procedures.
- Maintains a safe and appropriate patient care environment.
- Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, visitors, and members of the healthcare team.
- Provides age-appropriate support to patients across the lifespan, including neonates, infants, children, adolescents, young adults, middle adults, and older adults.
- Performs duties in an environment where occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens, blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, chemicals, and latex may occur.
- Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of the position. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:
Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.Financial Protection & PTO:
Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth:
Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.Employee Well-being:
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for Applicants should possess the appropriate certification to practice as a Certified Nursing Assistant and demonstrate a commitment to providing compassionate, safe, and effective patient care.Additional requirements include:
Education:
High School diploma preferred.License/Certification:
Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice required.Certification:
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.Preferred Certification:
Handle with Care preferred.- Ability to work effectively under the supervision and direction of an RN or LPN.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequent standing, walking, repetitive hand and arm movements, and lifting or moving patients.
- Ability to safely work in an environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards, blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, bloodborne pathogens, and latex.
Qualifications:
['Basic Life Support (BLS) required', 'Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice required']Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans