Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lancaster is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist patients with personal care and hygiene. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, preferably a CNA certification, and be BLS certified. Join a fast-growing team to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CNA program within 6 months preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team with patient care activities.
• Help patients with personal hygiene and mobility.
• Record vital signs under nurse supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Assisting with hygiene

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA program completion

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary

*** ATTENTION CNAs *** Come join our fast growing TEAM at MUSC Lancaster. Together we can change healthcare in our community

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001508 LAN - MedSurg 6th Floor (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-19

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Responsibilities

Job Description

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 3 – 12 hour shifts per week

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT) work under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The CNA/PCT performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient.

Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.

Qualifications

Minimum Training and Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Completion of a CNA program within 6 months is preferred if not already certified.

Required Licensure, Certifications, and Registrations: Prefer to be currently registered as a Certified Nurse Assistant in South Carolina; must be current on the Nurse Aide Registry if certified. Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.

Additional Note: If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Compliance

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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