Certified Nurse Assistant I - Emergency Room (ED)

Novant Health; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Thomasville, NC is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for the Emergency Department on a full-time basis (36 hours/week). You will support patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with activities of daily living, and help bridge communication between patients and the clinical team.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, completion of the NAI program, and NA I registry listing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience preferred; Assisted Living facilities experience in long-term care or assisted living required.
• NAI program completion required.
• NA I registration on nurse aide registry required.
• Medication Safety - AME required.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units required.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation levels.
• Report sudden changes in a patient’s condition immediately to a nurse.
• Respond promptly to patient call bells and requests for help.
• Listen to patient concerns, provide reassurance, and act as a bridge between patients and the clinical team.
• Set up meal trays, feed patients who need assistance, pass out water, and record food or fluid intake.
• Assist with bathroom trips.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

What We Offer

Our Emergency Department is a 26 bed unit that specializes in providing immediate medical care for patients with server or urgent illnesses or injuries. It is equipped to handle a wide range of services, including initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions and potentially admission to the hospital.

What We Offer

Our Emergency Department is a 26 bed unit that specializes in providing immediate medical care for patients with server or urgent illnesses or injuries. It is equipped to handle a wide range of services, including initial assessment, treatment, stabilization, emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions and potentially admission to the hospital.

Why CNA's Choose This Role

• Supportive Leadership that values your contributions
• Diverse Emergency Cases treating all types of emergent needs
• Designated Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center
• Collaborative Environment, working with various specialties

Schedule: 7am-7pm, Full-Time - 36 hours per week

Department: Emergency Department

Location: Thomasville Medical Center

What You'll Do

• Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation levels
• Report sudden changes in a patient's condition, behavior, or physical status immediately to a nurse.
• Respond promptly to patient call bells and requests for help
• Listen to patient concerns, provide reassurance, and act as a bridge between patients and the clinical team.
• Set up meal trays, feed patients who need assistance, pass out water, and record food or fluid intake
• Assist with bathroom trips

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: 1 year, preferred. Assisted Living facilities only: experience working in long-term care or assisted living, required.
• Licensure/Certification: Completion of NAI program, required. Listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I, required. Medication Safety - AME, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Basic computer skills for documentation.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

194542