Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); PRN

Newberry Health; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newberry Health in Newberry, SC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care in a busy acute care setting. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and compassionate, patient-centered care, working closely with physicians and a multidisciplinary team.

Candidates should hold a current BLS certification and have completed a nursing assistant program or be a student who has completed fundamentals of nursing.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

Patient care principles

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Fast-paced environment

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate care

Education

BLS certification

Nursing program student / fundamentals of nursing

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.

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 a student of a nursing program that has completed fundamentals of nursing class or on the job training