Certified Nursing Assistant Days

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in delivering patient care. The role includes collecting specimens, running lab tests, performing EKGs, drug screen collection, and breath alcohols, while assisting with clerical duties as needed.

You will work days in a full-time capacity, under the direction of a licensed nurse, delivering compassionate, high-quality care and contributing to unit activities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical degree in medical field preferred.
• 1+ year patient care experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and nursing staff in patient care activities.
• Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKGs and breath alcohol tests.
• Performs clerical duties and supports unit activities to ensure quality care.
• Documents care plans, monitors patient responses, and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational / Technical Degree in Medical Field

Tools

EKG equipment operation

Job description

Job Number: 35164

Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave

City, State: Albany, Georgia 31701

Department: PPMH CARDIOLOGY

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-10-14

JobDescriptionSummary

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists Physicians and nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKG’s, Drug screen collection, and Breath Alcohols. Performs clerical duties as assigned. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Health System.

Description

Job Summary The Certified Nursing Assistant assists Physicians and nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKG’s, Drug screen collection, and Breath Alcohols. Performs clerical duties as assigned. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Health System.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Vocational / Technical Degree in Medical Field (Preferred)
• Work Experience 1+ year Patient Care Experience in a health care setting (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Essential Functions

• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
• Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
• Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
• Uses correct terminology.
• Conforms to required style and format.
• Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
• Understands equipment operation.
• Maintains equipment in working order.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems.
• Uses technology to increase productivity.
• Adapts to new technology
• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
• Bases care decisions on plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient response.
• Establishes rapport with clients.
• Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.
• Provides effective interventions.
• Respects patients' confidentiality and privacy.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.
• Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care.
• Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes.
• Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.
• Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process.
• Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes.
• Documents the results of the evaluation.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in‑services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age‑specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

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Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting‑edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close‑knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There’s more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non‑clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close‑knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.