Certified Nursing Assistant- Home Care

Sentara; England; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team. This role involves providing essential patient care, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care, working under the supervision of a registered nurse. With a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance, this position offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Pet Insurance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Reimbursement for Certifications

Emergency Backup Care

Paid Parental Leave

Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

Opportunities for Annual Bonuses

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA and BLS certifications required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support activities of daily living.
• Monitor and document patients' conditions accurately.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Phlebotomy

EKG Testing

Mobility Assistance

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CNA Certification

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Overview:

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care by supporting activities of daily living, including vital signs, mobility, ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and Foley catheter insertion and removal. They comply with patient safety practices under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities also include observing patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions, documenting findings accurately and timely, and reporting changes to medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• CNA certification (Required within 90 days)
• BLS certification (Required within 90 days)

Experience

• Providing patient care and supporting activities of daily living
• Measuring vital signs, assisting with mobility and ambulation
• Performing phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and Foley catheter procedures
• Adhering to patient safety practices under RN supervision
• Monitoring and documenting patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions accurately and promptly

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Reimbursement for Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and access to CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Opportunities for annual discretionary bonuses, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sentara Health is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, reflecting the communities it serves. It is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a tobacco-free environment to support its mission to improve health every day.

Remote Work Eligibility

Sentara Health employs associates in the following states for remote positions: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.