Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Charleston County Government; South Carolina; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Center is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants to join their team. This role involves direct patient care within a Medication Assisted Treatment Program under the supervision of licensed nurses. Responsibilities include assisting with basic nursing care, measuring vital signs, and maintaining patient comfort. Candidates must be certified and possess strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse’s Aide listed on the South Carolina Nurse Aide registry.
• High school graduate or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical personnel with basic nursing care to patients.
• Measure weight, height, vital signs, and specimen collection.
• Observe and report patient’s behavior.

Skills

Customer Service

De-escalation Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Certified Nurse’s Aide

Job description

Charleston Center is accepting applications for Certified Nursing Assistants with a desire to integrate into a developed team of professional nurses, counselors, and medical staff.

This position performs various direct patient care activities within a Medication Assisted Treatment Program while under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Assists nursing service with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients.

HIRING HOURLY: $17.00

Continuation of employment in this position is contingent upon availability of funding from service, program and agency earnings.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED – APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist medical personnel with basic nursing care to patients

• Assist with measuring weight, height, vital signs, specimen collection
• Observe and report patient’s behavior and listen to their concerns
• Electronic documentation (computer skills a must)
• Assist nursing staff by reporting signs and symptoms of precipitated withdrawal (will be trained)
• Participate in medical events along with nursing and medical staff
• Inventory, store and prepare medical and other supplies
• Excellent customer service and de-escalation skills are a priority

Required Education and Experience

• Must be a Certified Nurse’s Aide listed on the South Carolina Nurse Aide registry with an active certification and be in good standing
• High school graduate or equivalent