Certified Nursing Assistant-Nights

Lifepoint Health®; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Certified Nursing Assistant on the night shift, where you will play a vital role in patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment, assisting patients with daily activities and ensuring their comfort. With a focus on personal growth and professional development, you will be part of a team dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including health insurance and a sign-on bonus, while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must work with minimal supervision in stressful environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with daily living activities.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in patient areas.

Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Decisive Judgment

Flexibility in Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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Sovah Health Danville

Sign-on bonus: May be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus*

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250-bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants.

Where We Are:

From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big-city amenities with quaint, small-town charm. We have a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training
• And much more…

Position Summary:

Sovah Health in Danville, VA., is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant-Night shift to join our team (7p - 7a & EOW).

The CNA will provide direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a registered nurse and/or physician. Provide personal care and comfort, assist with safe, clean environment, maintains equipment and supplies. Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.

• Under the supervision of an RN, perform basic patient care activities.
• Monitors vital signs, blood glucose measurements and records intake and output.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Assists patients in the use of toilet facilities, including bedpans.
• Assists patients with ambulation, including using walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable.
• Assists patients with feeding when needed.
• Assists patient with fluid intake, measures, and records fluid intake and output as directed.
• Repositions patient as appropriate.
• Checks diapers and underpads with each position change and ensures patient cleanliness; provides linen changes as needed.
• Utilizes proper patient identification system, i.e., two patient identifiers.

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Required Certifications/Licenses:

• American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider required.
• Registration on the Virginia Board of Nursing Aide Registry is required.

Required Skills:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Requires flexibility in scheduling and ability to work all shift patterns including weekends and holidays to ensure continuity of care and appropriateness of nursing coverage to the patients of Sovah Health Danville on all units.

Minimum Work Experience:

• One (1) year as a CNA, Respiratory Care Assistant, Rehab Tech, Certified Medical Assistant, EKG Tech, EMT, Phlebotomist, or equivalent clinical experience preferred.

EEOC Statement:

SOVAH Health - Danville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran