CNA: Patient Care, Transport & Observation

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing areas and to safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher. The role includes observer duties for patients requiring constant supervision and performing receptionist/clerical tasks to keep the unit efficient.

The position requires a Kentucky Certified Nurse Aide and a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred hospital experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care across nursing areas.
• Safely transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher.
• Provide observer services for patients requiring constant observation.
• Perform receptionist and clerical duties to support unit operations.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Basic medical terminology

Basic computer knowledge

Patient handling

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing areas and to safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher. The role includes observer duties for patients requiring constant supervision and performing receptionist/clerical tasks to keep the unit efficient.

The position requires a Kentucky Certified Nurse Aide and a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred hospital experience.