Certified Nurse Assistant - (PRN)

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a PRN Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist the nursing team with patient care, hygiene, mobility, and transportation to tests. This is an as-needed role requiring a minimum of 12 hours per bi-weekly period and flexibility to cover shifts as needed.

Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED; CNA program completion within 6 months is preferred if not already certified.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CNA program completion within 6 months preferred if not certified.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team with patient care activities and comfort.
• Support personal needs, hygiene, dressing, walking, and transportation.
• Record vital signs under supervision of a nurse.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Personal hygiene assistance

Mobility assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA program completion within 6 months

Job description

Job Description Summary

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

PRN

Cost Center

CC001508 LAN - MedSurg 6th Floor (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-19

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

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.

PRN Status Clause:

This is a PRN as-needed position, you must be available to work at least 12 hours bi-weekly, as needed according to departmental demands. You may be required to work additional hours if requested by your supervisor to accomplish work objectives. Work hours may vary (increase or decrease) depending on the needs of the unit.

Additional Job Description

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.

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

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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