CNA / CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - MED/SURG & ORTHO

Beebe Healthcare; Lewes, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition Assistance up to $5,000

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Beebe Healthcare in Delaware is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct care under RN supervision. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and document patient data in the electronic health record.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and collaboration with the healthcare team while upholding infection control and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Delaware
• BLS - Basic Life Saving Certification
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients according to individualized care plans
• Assists with activities of daily living: bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, toileting
• Assist in transportation and transfer of patients for comfort and safety
• Monitor and record vital signs and input/output; report abnormalities
• Conduct accuchecks as directed
• Accurate and prompt documentation
• Assist with hygiene and turning/repositioning to prevent ulcers
• Assist with feeding and hydration; manage meals per dietary restrictions
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure continuity of care
• Complete hourly rounds and respond to call lights promptly
• Provide emotional support and compassion to patients and families
• Maintain clean, stocked patient rooms and prepare rooms for admissions/transfers
• Adhere to infection control and hospital policies
• Participate in ongoing education and training

Skills

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Crisis management

Customer service

Electronic health records

Education

High school diploma

CNA certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Pers via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the nursing assistant performs various duties in the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients in accordance with their individualized care plans
• Assists patient with activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Assist in transportation and transfer of patients, ensuring comfort and safety during movement
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and other patient data, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing team
• Accuchecks completed as directed
• Accurate and prompt documentation
• Assist with patient hygiene and comfort measures, including turning and repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers
• Support patients with feeding and hydration needs, adhering to dietary restrictions and assisting with mealtime activities. Removing trays in timely manner.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and promote positive patient outcomes
• Completes hourly rounds to assigned patients and anticipates patient needs. Responding promptly to call lights and patient requests
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions
• Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, including changing bed linens, stocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness of patient rooms, and preparing rooms for admissions and transfers.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and hospital policies and procedures to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff
• Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care and hospital procedures

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Competencies Skills

• Clear Communication Skills Both Written and Verbal
• Able to Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
• Able to Withstand Crisis Situations
• Has Skills to Provides Customer Service to Patients, Team Members and Visitors
• Knowledge And Experience with Electronic Health Records

Credentials

• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in DE
• BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification

Education

• High school diploma preferred OR current high school student with CNA license (work schedule in compliance with the State of Delaware Department of Labor Regulations)

Entry

USD $18.25/Hr.

Max

USD $28.29/Hr.