Certified Nursing Assistant

Davita Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Health is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant in Norfolk, VA. The role requires providing patient care and support in daily activities, documenting changes, and obtaining necessary certifications. Competitive benefits include medical insurance, paid parental leave, and tuition assistance, making it an excellent opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year

Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

401k/403B with Employer Match

Emergency Backup Care

Legal Resources Plan

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Graduate of relevant healthcare programs or experience as CNA/PCT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Experience with patient care and related tasks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and support daily living activities.
• Document and observe patients' conditions, reporting changes.
• Perform phlebotomy and other relevant procedures under nurse supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Mobility and ambulation

Observation

Education

Highschool Grad or Equivalent

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Position Status: Full Time - Day Shift

Position Location: Sentara PACE Day Room - Norfolk, VA

Overview

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living, vital signs, mobility and ambulation, phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal, and comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse. Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner while reporting any change to the nurse or medical staff. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

One of the following programs is acceptable for education: Graduate of Sentara Care Partner Certification Program, successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), National Patient Care Technician (NCPCT), completion of US Navy Hospital Corps School, Emergency Services to include EMR, EMS, EMT, AEMT and Paramedic, or current student enrolled in a clinical program having completed at least one semester of a (RN, LPN, RT or PT) or current work experience within last three years as a PCT or Nursing Assistant.

Education

• Highschool Grad or Equivalent (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• CNA (Required within 90 days)
• BLS (Required within 90 days)

Experience

• Patient care, support independent and dependent activities of daily living
• Vital signs, mobility and ambulation
• Phlebotomy, point of care testing, EKG testing, peripheral IV removal, specimen collection, and foley catheter insertion and removal
• Comply with patient safety practices under the direction of the professional RN nurse
• Observe patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and document in a timely and accurate manner

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

* Medical, Dental, Vision plans

* Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000

* Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

* Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

* Emergency Backup Care

* Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans

* Life Insurance

* 401k/403B with Employer Match

* Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education

* Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000

* Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

*Pet Insurance
*Legal Resources Plan
*Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus ifestablished system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work,Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.