Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, and toileting needs. Provide care that promotes patient comfort, dignity, and well-being. Obtain and record vital signs and collect specimens as directed. Assist with patient transportation and other delegated nursing support tasks. Apply non-sterile dressings, perform surgical preparations, and assist with treatments as directed by licensed nursing staff. Document patient care accurately and completely. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment. Respond promptly to patient call lights and requests. Communicate patient observations and concerns to the assigned nurse. Support ethical and patient-centered care by respecting patient rights, beliefs, values, and autonomy. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Program required. Previous healthcare experience preferred. Current Maryland CNA I or CNA II certification required. Current BLS/CPR certification required in accordance with organizational policy. Strong patient care and customer service skills. Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Basic computer proficiency. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team. Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees Professional development and continuing education opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives every day 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. Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help. High School Diploma or better. MD Certified Nursing Asst or better. Basic Life Support Cert Nursing Asst Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.