Compassionate CNA - Night Shift in Skilled Nursing

Community Health Systems; La Follette (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for our skilled nursing facility. The CNA will provide direct patient care under supervision, assist with hygiene, mobility, feeding, and daily living activities to promote safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, documenting care, and communicating with the healthcare team. CNAs must maintain infection control standards, participate in trainings, and support a positive care

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a CNA required.
• 3-6 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and other daily living activities.
• Provides basic care such as changing linens, assisting with repositioning, and providing mobility support.
• Measures and records vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and promptly, maintaining confidentiality in accordance with healthcare regulations.
• Supports patient nutrition by serving meals, assisting with feeding, and monitoring intake and output.
• Maintains patient safety by ensuring the proper use of restraints, following infection control protocols, and implementing fall prevention measures.
• Assists with basic treatments such as applying nonsterile dressings, ice packs, and heat treatments as directed by nursing staff.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure a positive care experience and address patient needs.
• Participates in ongoing training and education to maintain CNA certification and stay updated on best practices in patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

CNA

Infection control

Communication

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for our skilled nursing facility. The CNA will provide direct patient care under supervision, assist with hygiene, mobility, feeding, and daily living activities to promote safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, documenting care, and communicating with the healthcare team. CNAs must maintain infection control standards, participate in trainings, and support a positive care