Compassionate CNA: Direct Patient Care & Vital Signs

Chatham Hospital Inc; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nursing Assistant role supports patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse in a hospital setting at Pardee UNC Health Care. The position handles ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, wound care, and daily activities while maintaining a clean, organized clinical area.

Requirements include NC Nurse Aide I certification and current BLS, with full-time hours 36 per week and onsite work. Join a team committed to compassionate care and patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Must have nursing assistant certification, such as Nurse Aide I registration as administered by the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other providers with examinations and procedures, and procure equipment during emergencies.
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient condition to a nurse or physician.
• Assist patients and families with admission, orientation, and discharge processes.
• Provide care per plan of care: monitor vital signs, measure height/weight, collect specimens, CHG bathing, catheter care,Capillary blood glucose checks, simple wound care, ROM exercises, drain care.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation) as outlined in the plan of care.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, manage supplies, and transport patients/specimens as needed.
• Complete required competency assessments and adhere to policies and procedures.

Education

Nurse Aide I certification (NCBON)

Job description

The Nursing Assistant role supports patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse in a hospital setting at Pardee UNC Health Care. The position handles ADLs, vital signs, specimen collection, wound care, and daily activities while maintaining a clean, organized clinical area.

Requirements include NC Nurse Aide I certification and current BLS, with full-time hours 36 per week and onsite work. Join a team committed to compassionate care and patient well-being.