CNA I or CNA II -

CaroMont Health; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CaroMont Health in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant I to support patient care under a licensed nurse. You will perform delegated activities within approved policies to ensure standards of care are met on the unit.

In this role, you will handle clerical tasks, assist with communications among patients, visitors, nursing staff, and the health care team, helping to promote efficient operations and a positive patient experience on the unit.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Nursing Assistant I classes and NC Nurse Aide I registry eligibility.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, or to be obtained within 18 months of hire date.
• Skill in dealing tactfully with patients, staff, physicians and visitors.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, lab tests, basic grammar, and computers.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Perform delegated activities per approved policies and department scope.
• Contribute to standards of care on the patient, unit and team.
• Perform clerical and related duties on the assigned unit.
• Facilitate communication among patients, visitors, nursing staff and health care team.

Skills

Communication skills

BLS

Nursing basics

Education

Nursing Assistant I certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Assists in the provision of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Performs all delegated activities in accordance with approved policies, guidelines and assigned department scope of service. All patient care activities contribute to ensuring that standards of care are met for the patient. Performs a variety of clerical and related duties on assigned unit. Facilitates communication among patients, visitors, nursing staff, and other health care team members in order to promote effective working relationships on assigned unit.

Qualifications

Successful completion of Nursing Assistant I classes required and meets North Carolina Nurse Aide I registry requirements for listing through the Healthcare Personnel Registry. A high school diploma or equivalent is required ormust be obtainedwithin 18 monthsof hire date. Skill in dealing tactfully with patients, nursing staff, physicians, hospital employees, and the general public. Knowledge of personal computers, medical terminology, lab tests, typing skills, and basic grammar. Current BLS.