Certified Nursing Assistant

Valley Health System; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan (zero-deductible dental/ey

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings match

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Job summary

Valley Health System is hiring a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to provide routine personal care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. You will help maintain a safe patient environment and support ongoing care needs.

Preferred candidates hold a high school diploma or equivalent and are listed as a CNA in Virginia or West Virginia registries; BLS certification is required prior to orientation completion.

Qualifications

• Must have basic understanding of human growth and development.
• Able to interact with patients according to age-specific needs.
• Requires reliable phone communication with hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine personal care for patients under RN/LPN supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and report problems promptly.
• May serve as a preceptor for new CNAs after gaining experience.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Department SURG TELEMETRY STEP-DOWN - 206035 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Range $18.59 - $24.16

Job Description

The CNA, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, performs routine personal care duties for patients. Maintains a safe environment and reports any problems. Supports the mission and vision of Winchester Rehabilitation Center and Winchester Medical Center. Once experienced, may act as a preceptor in the orientation of new CNA's.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certification & Licensures

Registry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nurse Aide required. Must be listed on the relevant Registry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nurse Aide in Virginia and/or West Virginia based on work location(s) within Valley Health. BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

Must understand basic principles of human growth and development. Must be competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply based on the age of the patient served. Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital. Will be required to obtain Valley Health provided annual flu vaccination if employed in Long-Term Care clinical areas.

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.

Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it!