Certified Nursing Assistant- Nights - Med Telemetry Stepdown - WMC

Valley Health; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Valley Health in Winchester, VA is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide to provide routine personal care to patients under RN or LPN supervision. You will help maintain a safe environment and support nursing teams in a busy telemetry step-down unit.

Requirements include a valid CNA registry listing for VA/WV, and BLS certification. High school diploma preferred; opportunities for orientation preceptorship exist as you gain experience within the Valley Health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CNA registry listed on Virginia/West Virginia Board of Nursing as applicable.
• BLS Certification (AHA) required before orientation completion.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine personal care duties for patients.
• Maintain a safe environment and report problems to nursing staff.
• Support mission and vision of Winchester Rehabilitation Center and Winchester Medical Center.
• May act as a preceptor during orientation of new CNAs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Phone communication

Education

High school diploma

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) registry

BLS Certification

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare , Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.DepartmentMED TELEMETRY STEP- DOWN - 206025Worker Sub TypeRegularWork ShiftPay Range$18.59 - $24.16Job DescriptionThe CNA, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, performs routine personal care duties for patients. Maintains a safe environment and reports any problems. Supports the mission and vision of Winchester Rehabilitation Center and Winchester Medical Center. Once experienced, may act as a preceptor in the orientation of new CNA's.EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Certification & LicensuresRegistry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nurse Aide required.Must be listed on the relevant Registry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nurse Aide in Virginia and/or West Virginia based on work location(s) within Valley Health.BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.QualificationsMust understand basic principles of human growth and development.Must be competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply based on the age of the patient served.Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital.Will be required to obtain Valley Health provided annual flu vaccination if employed in Long-Term Care clinical areas.BenefitsAt Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:A Zero-Deductible Health PlanDental and vision insuranceGenerous Paid Time OffTuition AssistanceRetirement Savings MatchA Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeingMembership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness ProgramValley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com .