Certified Nursing Asssitant

Everwell; Port Saint Lucie (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (Health)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

PTO & Sick time

Job summary

Everwell Port St. Lucie Hospital is seeking compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support patients in our behavioral health programs.

You will participate in direct patient care, assist with activities of daily living, monitor safety, and support the treatment team in a therapeutic environment. Ideal candidates have completed a state-approved CNA training program, hold a Florida driver's license, CPR certification, and are ready to collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant training program.
• Current Florida Driver's License and CPR certification.
• Previous psychiatric, healthcare, or nursing home experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and observe patient behaviors.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Utilize verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Monitor vital signs and document patient information accurately.
• Escort patients throughout the facility as needed.
• Promote a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other clinical staff.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and patient education activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Crisis management

Patient safety

Education

State-approved CNA training program

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant

Experience Preferred

Locations: Everwell Port St. Lucie Hospital, Inc

Position Summary

We are seeking compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to support patients in our behavioral health programs. As a member of the treatment team, the Certified Nursing Assistant participates in direct patient care including insuring patient safety, interacting therapeutically, assisting in activities of daily living, and performing routine technical nursing assignments. Provides services to patients whose ages range from adult to geriatric.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and observe patient behaviors
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care
• Support therapeutic and recreational activities
• Utilize verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques
• Monitor vital signs and document patient information accurately
• Escort patients throughout the facility as needed
• Promote a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other clinical staff
• Participate in treatment team meetings and patient education activities

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant training program
• Current Florida Driver's License required
• Current CPR Certification required
• Previous psychiatric, healthcare, or nursing home experience preferred
• Strong communication, teamwork, and crisis management skills
• Ability to work effectively with individuals experiencing mental health challenges

Benefits

• Meaningful work supporting behavioral health patients
• Team-oriented healthcare environment
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401K
• PTO and Sick time

This position requires a pre-employment Level 2 Background check: https://info.flclearinghouse.com