Compassionate CNA: Direct Patient Care & Vital Signs

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the patient-centered care team under supervision of an RN. You will assist with ADLs, support procedures, collect specimens, and document data in the health record.

Responsibilities include helping with mobility, monitoring vitals, and ensuring patient comfort, privacy, and safety. The role requires CNA certification and CPR/BLS training, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program required
• One year of relevant education may substitute for one year of required work experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene
• Collect specimens (blood, urine, sputum, stool) and obtain EKGs
• Measure and document intake/output and vital signs in the health record
• Provide basic patient care tasks per unit/hospital policy
• Support with transfers, mobility, and post-procedure care
• Participate in rounds and communicate changes to the RN and care team

Skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification program

Substitution of education for experience

Job description

MedStar Health in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to join the patient-centered care team under supervision of an RN. You will assist with ADLs, support procedures, collect specimens, and document data in the health record.

Responsibilities include helping with mobility, monitoring vitals, and ensuring patient comfort, privacy, and safety. The role requires CNA certification and CPR/BLS training, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement activities.