Certified Nursing Assistant/PCA- Sumter Nights

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center in Americus, GA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant/PCA for the Sumter Nights shift (7P-7A) at the Sumter Campus. The role supports nurses with direct patient care, ensures safety, and maintains documentation per hospital protocols.

Requires a high school diploma or GED; BLS certification within 90 days of hire; Crisis Response training within 6 months. Full-time position with responsibilities including patient hygiene, documentation, and teamwork with the Acute

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ year of experience with Medical Terminology preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional nursing personnel with direct patient care.
• Communicate with and inform unit manager about patient care activities and issues.
• Follow hospital guidelines, policies and procedures on all care activities.
• Maintain patient safety and hygiene standards and use supplies cost-effectively.
• Document all required information accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant/PCA- Sumter Nights**This website stores cookie on your computer. These cookies are used for marketing and advertising purposes, to improve your website experience, and to provide more personalized services to you on this website and other media. By continuing to browse the site, you agree to our use of cookies.****We won't track your information when you visit our site. But to comply with your preferences, we'll have to use just one tiny cookie so that you're not asked to make this choice again.**# Careers## Certified Nursing Assistant/PCA- Sumter NightsApply: Sumter Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: November 5, 2026 (1 day left to apply): 35437**Job Number:**35437**Location:**Sumter Campus**Street Address:**126 US-280**City, State:**Americus, Georgia**Zip Code:**31719**Department:**PSMC ACUTE CARE I**Shift:**7P7A Shift**Job Type:**Full time**Posted Date:**2026-11-02**Job Description Summary:**Assists professional 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.**Description:**Job SummaryAssists professional 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.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED (Required)Work Experience1 or more years experience in Medical Terminology (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire (Required)Emergency Center Employees: Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire (Required)Essential FunctionsNURSING ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide assistance to the nurses with direct-patient care.Communicates with and keeps manager informed of unit activities, needs and problems related to patient care.Maintains established departmental, unit and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures.Follows established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.Implements and maintains factors related to safety and effectiveness of patient outcomes.Administers necessary actions to comply with daily patient hygiene standards.DOCUMENTATION: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.TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE: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 technologyNURSING ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide assistance to the nurses with direct-patient care.Communicates with and keeps manager informed of unit activities, needs and problems related to patient care.Maintains established departmental, unit and hospital guidelines, policies and procedures.Follows established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner.Implements and maintains factors related to safety and effectiveness of patient outcomes.Administers necessary actions to comply with daily patient hygiene standards.DOCUMENTATION: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.TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE: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 technologyAdditional DutiesAdheres 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 (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.