Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

MUSC Health; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in Lancaster, SC is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team. In this role, you will assist with a variety of patient care activities including personal hygiene, dressing, and walking. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The ideal candidate must hold a High School Diploma or GED and preferably be currently registered as a Certified Nurse Assistant in South Carolina, along with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. This position offers a dynamic working environment with a commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nurse Assistant or complete program within 6 months.
• Must have BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current registration on the Nurse Aide Registry in South Carolina preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team with patient care activities.
• Provide assistance with personal hygiene and comfort.
• Record temperature or vital signs under nurse's supervision.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of CNA program

Job description

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

Scheduled Work Hours/Shift

3 – 12 hour shifts per week

Job Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT) works 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.

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

• Preferred 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.

About Us

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

Equal Opportunity

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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