Certified Nursing Assistant

Valley Health; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Valley Health in Winchester is seeking a certified Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care under RN/LPN supervision. You will maintain a safe environment, report issues promptly and support the mission of Winchester Rehabilitation Center and Winchester Medical Center.

New hires must hold CNA credentials and BLS. Interaction with patients spans all ages and you may mentor new CNAs as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Aide registered with Virginia and/or West Virginia boards.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required before orientation.
• Must understand basic principles of patient care and age-appropriate interaction.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine personal care duties for patients.
• Maintains a safe environment and reports problems.
• May act as preceptor in orientation of new CNAs.

Skills

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Patient interaction

Phone communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.DepartmentSURG TELEMETRY STEP-DOWN - 206035Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftFirst Shift (United States of America)Pay Range$18.59 - $24.16Job DescriptionThe 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.EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Certification & LicensuresRegistry 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.QualificationsMust 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.BenefitsAt Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:A Zero-Deductible Health PlanDental and vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time OffTuition AssistanceRetirement Savings MatchA Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeingMembership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness ProgramValley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .