Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

Avista Healthcare, Llc; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differentials

Health insurance

Vacation accrual

Coffee and snacks

Job summary

River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus, GA is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support residents under RN/LPN supervision and provide essential nursing care. This role offers a supportive team environment within a newly renovated facility and accommodates full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts.

The position emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to safety and privacy standards, and opportunities for growth through on-going training and professional

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Active GA CNA Certification on the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Provide adjunct care and administer treatments under RN/LPN supervision.
• Maintain patient stability by monitoring vital signs and data.
• Enhance comfort by responding to patient requests and documenting care.
• Document care accurately in medical records per organizational standards.
• Adhere to policies and ensure privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

English

Data entry

Customer service

Multitask

Fast-paced

Education

High School Diploma

GA CNA Certification

BLS

Tools

EHR

Job description

Come Join us here at River Towne Center!

Overview

Join us and be part of our growing team of skilled caregivers in our newly renovated facility! River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center, a Pyramid Healthcare facility, is in Columbus, GA. The Center provides long-term skilled nursing care and short-term post-acute rehabilitation, including a 30-bed ventilator unit. We are committed to the overall care of our residents through our culture, vision, and core values.

Hours:

7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.- 7:00 a.m.

Salary:

16.00/hr

**$1,000 Sign-On Bonusfor 5 years of service or more– Paid out in increments to make your start even more rewarding!

Our growing benefits package includes:

• Rotation scheduling for nursing services

• Shift Differentials for evening and weekend shifts

• Medical/Dental and Vision Insurance

• Vacation time starts accruing day one.

• 24/7 coffee / snack bar for employees

• $50.00 bonus for picked up shifts.

• $100 Perfect Attendance Bonus

• Facility appreciation meals

• Employee of the month reward

• Roll over vacation time (PTO) or pay out at 75% during the month of December.

Responsibilities

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) work under the direction and supervision of RNs and LPNs to enhance the residents' experience by providing basic nursing care.

• Provide adjunct care by administering treatments such as enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sitz baths, and therapeutic baths; as well as applying restraints when necessary.

• Maintain patient stability by regularly checking vital signs, monitoring weight, testing urine, and recording intake and output data.

• Enhance patient comfort by utilizing available resources and materials, transporting patients, responding to patient requests, and reporting any changes in the patient’s condition to the nursing supervisor.

• Document patient care and activities accurately through forms, reports, logs, and medical records in accordance with organizational standards.

• Ensure smooth work operations by adhering to established policies and procedures, maintaining consistency in care delivery.

• Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality, ensuring all sensitive patient information remains secure.

• Uphold integrity by following professional standards, Pyramid Health policies and procedures, and compliance with relevant federal, state, and local regulations.

• Stay current with industry knowledge by engaging in educational opportunities, reading professional literature, participating in professional organizations, and maintaining licensure.

• Contribute to the nursing department by accepting ownership of new responsibilities and proactively exploring ways to add value to job functions.

• Maintaining active CNA & CPR/BLS certifications

We are a COVID vaccinated Center.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited program

• Active GA CNA Certification on the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Required Minimum Experience

• Ability to enter information into an electronic health record (EHR)

• Basic medical terminology

Required Skills

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

• Basic computer skills to include data entry.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Conditions

• Work is typically performed in a skilled nursing facility setting, with potential exposure to bodily fluids, chemicals, and other hazardous materials.

• Full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts may be available, including weekends and holidays as needed.

• Frequent interaction with residents, staff, and interdisciplinary teams.

• May require occasional evening or weekend hours, particularly during outbreaks, emergencies, or survey preparation.

• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for infection control purposes.

• May be required to lift and carry objects over 10 lbs.

• Must be able to assist with or maneuver equipment such as wheelchairs, beds, and Hoyer lifts

• Frequent walking, standing, and occasional bending or kneeling may be necessary when conducting audits or inspections throughout the facility.

• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE as required and lift educational materials or small equipment.

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.