Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); PRN

Newberry Health; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Newberry Health in Newberry, SC, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patients in an acute care setting. You will provide basic patient care, help with daily activities, and communicate effectively with patients and physicians.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, teamwork with a multidisciplinary staff, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach. A current BLS certification and graduation from a nursing assistant program (or enrollment with fundamentals complete) are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic patient care principles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Nursing assistant program graduate

BLS certification

Job description

Description

Clinical experience in an acute care environment preferred. Interpersonal skills used to effectively communicate; ability to problem solve; ability to cope when dealing with patients and physicians.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic patient care principles and practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and function as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients with or without assistance from equipment.
• Ability to work extended periods on feet and perform repetitive movement.

Qualifications

• Applicant must have a current BLS certification and has graduated from a nursing assistant program or is a student of a nursing program that has completed fundamentals of nursing class or on the job training.