Assistant-Certified Nursing (FT 6A)

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi’s Golden Triangle area seeks a certified nursing assistant to provide personal care under licensed staff. You will help with activities of daily living and support procedures while prioritizing patient safety.

The role requires current CNA certification and BLS within 14 days of hire, plus clear English communication and basic computer skills. On-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and spoken English communication.
• Computer literacy required to document care and use basic systems.
• Proof of CNA certification in state of practice.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population served in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensures patient safety at all times.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities to maintain clinical competency.
• Completes assigned goals within prescribed timelines.

Skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Job description

• Business Unit BMH Golden Triangle Hospital
• Department Stepdown Unit

Job Description

Job Summary

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• Proof of current certification in state of practice; CNA; BLS within 14 Days of Hire

Preferred/Desired