Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) PRN

UP Health System – Portage; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UP Health System- Portage is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for Med Surg on a PRN basis. The role involves 12-hour shifts and support from an RN for patient care, vital signs, and daily activities in a busy hospital setting.

You'll assist with ADLs, document care, monitor patients, and maintain a safe and clean environment while protecting patient privacy and confidentiality. Join a mission-driven team delivering high-quality healthcare in Michigan's Western UP.

Qualifications

• Must be a state-certified CNA in Michigan.
• Minimum one year related experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated by an RN.
• Monitors vital signs and may take blood glucose measurements.
• Assists with ADLs: bathing, grooming, eating, ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains patient rooms and common areas in a clean, stocked condition.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Maintains privacy and confidentiality of patient information.
• During sitter duties, provides constant visual observation.

Skills

Vital signs

ADLs assistance

Documentation

Privacy & confidentiality

Observation skills

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Med Surg Combination

Job Type: PRN

Variable 12-hour shifts

Your Experience Matters

Up Health System- Portage 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 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.

How You'll Contribute

A CNA who excels in this role:

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
• Documents care in the medical record.
• Contributes to and assists in maintaining a pleasant patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job.
• When performing sitter duties: positions self in the patient room to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless relieved by another designated staff member or instructed to do so by the Physician or Nurse.

What We're Looking For

Certified Nursing Assistant in state of Michigan (must be certified) Additional requirements include:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Minimum Work Experience: One year related experience, preferred. One year clinic experience, preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate (CNA). Basic Life Support (BLS).

More About UP Health System - Portage

UP Health System - Portage has been serving Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. It supports a multi-specialty medical community with over 40 physicians, and more than a dozen allied health professionals. The main campus features a 36-bed hospital, accredited as a chest pain center by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). UP Health System - Portage was the first in the state to achieve Level III ACC (American College of Cardiology) verification as a trauma center.

Additional services include dedicated physician hospitalists, cardiopulmonary services, elective and emergency orthopedics, women's health, general surgery, hematology and oncology, internal medicine, sports medicine and rehabilitation and sports medicine, x-ray and diagnostics (including MRI, mobile PET scan, 64-slice CT scanner, nuclear imaging, and 3D mammography), an advanced wound care center, a sleep lab, two Express Care walk-in clinics, a regional dialysis unit, pharmacy services, laboratory services, home care, and a 60-bed senior living community.

With small communities and big ideas, Michigan's Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for people to explore their many interests. Visit the art galleries, and museums, walk along the beaches of Lake Superior, hike, bike, and explore the beautiful nature trails. Wrap yourself up in a blanket of bright stars, clean air and open water.

Hancock is a community that brings together small-town values, rich history and a four-season wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts - without long commute times or congested highways. The Keweenaw is home to two universities - Michigan Technological University and Finlandia University. The community benefits from the diversity, culture and high standards of living contributed to our small town. We often call the Keweenaw the "Copper Country" because of the amount of natural "float" copper found in the area. In fact, at 90% pure, much of the copper is the purest copper in the world.

Welcome, to the Keweenaw Peninsula!

EEOC Statement

UP Health- Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Marquette General Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.