Certified Nursing Assistant - Telemetry Stepdown - WMC

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan with zero deductible

Dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings match

Employee assistance program

Wellness program membership

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide for the SURG TELEMETRY STEP-DOWN unit in Winchester, VA. The CNA provides routine personal care to patients under supervision, maintains a safe environment, and reports issues promptly. With experience, you may precept new CNAs during orientation.

Education preferred is a High School Diploma or equivalent; CNA certification and BLS through AHA are required. Flu vaccination is required for Long-Term Care areas.

Qualifications

• Must understand basic principles of human growth and development.
• Competent to interact with patients according to their age and needs.
• Must have reliable phone communication with hospital.
• Annual flu vaccination required if employed in Long-Term Care areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine personal care duties for patients under RN or LPN supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment and report any problems.
• Support the mission and vision of Winchester Rehabilitation Center and Winchester Medical Center.
• May serve as a preceptor during orientation of new CNAs after gaining experience.

Skills

Phone communication

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

Department

SURG TELEMETRY STEP-DOWN - 206035

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Pay Range

$18.59 - $24.16

Job Description

The 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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certification & Licensures

Registry 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.

Qualifications

Must 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.

Benefits

At 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 Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley 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.