CNA - Cardiac Unit - Night shift

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off begins accruing from day

401k plan

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Shift differential for evening, night,

Job summary

Meritus Health in Maryland seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nurses and care teams, providing compassionate personal care, hygiene assistance, and patient comfort in a safe environment.

You will document care, assist with hygiene tasks, take specimens and vital signs, and perform delegated nursing tasks, while upholding dignity and professionalism. BLS/CPR and Maryland CNA certification required; completion of state-approved CNA program.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant Program is required.
• Current Maryland CNAs certification is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification is required.
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for patients’ personal needs and comfort.
• Assist with hygiene tasks including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks such as collecting specimens and vital signs.
• Transporting patients.
• Applying non-sterile dressings; performing surgical preps.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Nursing Assistant Program

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse and as part of a collaborative care team, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients. This role ensures a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment while honoring the dignity and individuality of each patient. The CNA maintains clinical competency, demonstrates age-specific care practices, and actively participates in continuing education related to healthcare.

• Provide compassionate care for patients’ personal needs and comfort.
• Assist with hygiene tasks including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks such as:
• Collecting specimens and vital signs
• Administering enemas
• Applying non-sterile dressings
• Performing surgical preps
• Applying ice packs and heat treatments
• Document all care provided in a comprehensive and timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.
• Anticipate and respond to patient comfort needs by rounding and answering call lights.
• Communicate patient observations and data to the assigned nurse.
• Uphold ethical standards by delivering care with professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for patient autonomy, dignity, and beliefs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for patients’ personal needs and comfort.
• Assist with hygiene tasks including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks such as:
• Collecting specimens and vital signs
• Administering enemas
• Transporting patients
• Applying non-sterile dressings
• Performing surgical preps
• Applying ice packs and heat treatments
• Document all care provided in a comprehensive and timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.
• Anticipate and respond to patient comfort needs by rounding and answering call lights.
• Communicate patient observations and data to the assigned nurse.
• Uphold ethical standards by delivering care with professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for patient autonomy, dignity, and beliefs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant Program (required)

Experience

• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Licensure/Certification

• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the State of Maryland (required)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification in compliance with organizational policy

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to lift, move, and transport patients and equipment
• Stamina to stand and walk for extended periods
• Emotional resilience to support patients and families in challenging situations
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Caring for Our Team

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one
• 401k plan
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional value to your role

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.