Certified Nursing Assistant

medmasa LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking an entry-level Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Huntsville, Alabama. Responsibilities include delivering nursing care and assisting with daily living activities. Candidates must complete a state-approved CNA program and have a high school diploma or equivalent. This part-time position emphasizes patient care, safety, and compliance with health standards.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a state-approved CNA program required.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Basic computer knowledge needed for duties.

Responsibilities

• Providing patient care including ADLs and obtaining vital signs.
• Assisting nurses with treatments, maintaining infection control.
• Collecting specimens for POC testing and maintaining specimen integrity.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-approved CNA program

Job description

Under the direction of the Center Nurse Executive/Infection Preventionist/Designee, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. The CNA performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services essential to caring for personal needs and comfort of patients. The Certified Nursing Assistant may also be responsible for specimen collection for POC testing, where scope of practice, as well as state and federal regulations permit.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing patient care to ensure safety and comfort, including assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), obtaining vital signs, assisting with ambulation, positioning, applying adaptive equipment, and caring for personal belongings.
• Assisting physicians and licensed nurses with treatments and procedures, making beds, transporting patients, and preparing patients for therapy.
• Participating in care planning, performing skin treatments, applying dressings, feeding and hydrating patients, and recording intake/output.
• Maintaining infection control practices, participating in orientation, reporting changes in patient condition, and ensuring proper linen and equipment handling.
• Supporting discharge procedures, promoting a culture of safety, collaborating with departments, and participating in quality improvement activities.
• Maintaining confidentiality and working beyond scheduled shifts if needed.

Compliance:

• Adhering to legal requirements, standards, policies, including HIPAA and the Compliance and Ethics Program.
• Participating in training, reporting concerns, and cooperating with audits and investigations.

Requirements:

• Successful completion of a state-approved CNA program.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Verification of TST, basic computer knowledge, and ongoing education to maintain certification.

Responsibilities:

• Collecting nasal specimens for POC testing, maintaining specimen integrity, and proper documentation.
• Utilizing PPE appropriately, including fit testing for N95/KN95 respirators.
• Possess CNA or related experience, current enrollment in nursing school, or relevant qualifications.
• Ability to contribute to a patient-centered environment, work rotating shifts, and follow procedures.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Health and Human Services

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