Certified Nursing Assistant-Med/Surg Full Time Days

Bolivar Medical Center; Cleveland (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland, MS, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support nursing staff with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and basic clinical tasks under licensed nurse supervision. You will promote patient safety, comfort, and care coordination in a 164-bed community hospital.

The role emphasizes compassion, professionalism, and reliable performance on an actively managed unit with exposure to varied patient conditions and required PPE.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required/preferred).
• CNA certification in the state of practice (required upon hire).
• BCLS certification (within facility-specified time frame).
• 6 months in an acute or long-term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: bathing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and use of mobility aids.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, and input/output.
• Support admission, transfer, and discharge activities.
• Respond to call lights and RN/LPN directions promptly.
• Prepare patient rooms, maintain cleanliness, and manage environmental tasks.
• Assist with feeding and tray delivery/removal; support dietary needs.
• Perform delegated routine procedures under RN direction.
• Apply and monitor restraints under supervision.
• Provide emotional support and maintain patient dignity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Documentation proficiency

Infection control

Prioritization

Mobility (50 lbs)

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Start your next chapter at Bolivar Medical Center, a 164-bed hospital serving Cleveland, MS, and part of the ScionHealth community hospital network. Bolivar Medical Center is a Joint Commission accredited hospital that provides inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department services and also offers a long-term care unit. At Bolivar, you will deliver vital care in a community setting with the backing of a highly regarded hospital system committed to quality, safety, and local impact.

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – supports nursing staff by assisting patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and basic clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The CNA contributes to patient safety, comfort, and care coordination while promoting a clean and efficient unit environment.

Essential Functions

• Provides personal care including bathing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Assists with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and use of mobility aids.
• Takes and records vital signs, weights, and intake/output accurately.
• Supports patient admission, transfer, and discharge activities.
• Responds promptly to call lights, patient needs, and RN/LPN directions.
• Prepares patient rooms, maintains cleanliness, and manages basic environmental tasks.
• Assists with feeding, tray delivery/removal, and dietary support.
• Performs delegated routine procedures (e.g., enemas, hot/cold therapy) under RN direction.
• Applies and monitors use of restraints under appropriate supervision.
• Provides emotional support and maintains patient dignity.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy and documentation proficiency.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and universal precautions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under supervision.
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and compassion in all interactions.

Populations Served

• Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics

Protected Health Information

• Access to patient health and demographic data required for care delivery.

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to blood, bodily fluids, hazardous materials, and varying patient conditions. Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) AND
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required)

Experience

• 6 months in an acute care or long-term care facility (Preferred)