Compassionate CNA: Elevate Patient Care & Safety

Acadia Healthcare; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Fort Myers, FL seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide medical and therapeutic care under nursing and clinical staff guidance. You will help ensure patient safety, assist with activities of daily living, and support treatment goals in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities include timely observation rounds, documenting vital signs, coordinating transfers, and maintaining a clean, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certification required per state requirements.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical or therapeutic care under direction of nursing or clinical staff.
• Complete patient observation rounds every 15 minutes as assigned.
• Assist with transferring, lifting, turning, feeding, bathing and linen changes.
• Record vital signs and measurements accurately and document accordingly.
• Maintain patient safety and report changes to the nurse.
• Communicate clearly with patients and team members.
• Support activities to achieve treatment goals.
• Follow policies and maintain unit cleanliness.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Harboroaks in Fort Myers, FL seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide medical and therapeutic care under nursing and clinical staff guidance. You will help ensure patient safety, assist with activities of daily living, and support treatment goals in a behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities include timely observation rounds, documenting vital signs, coordinating transfers, and maintaining a clean, respectful environment.