Compassionate CNA: Patient Care & Vital Signs

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting. You will aid with activities of daily living, hygiene, vital signs, and basic clinical tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting observations, assisting with routine tests, and maintaining clean, safe patient rooms while following facility policies and safety guidelines. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current listing with the DFS Nurse Aide Registry as Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II.
• BLS required per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Supports patients/residents with activities of daily living.
• Assists patients/residents with personal hygiene.
• Takes vital signs and height and weight measurements.
• Feeds and ambulates patients/residents according to specific procedures.
• Maintains patient/resident's rooms in a clean and orderly condition.
• Observes and reports changes in patient/resident conditions.
• Orients patients/families to unit and instructs patient on safety measures.
• Assists with clerical work such as answering phones, entering data and maintaining medical records.
• Maintains stock supply items in inventory management.
• Performs duties as outlined in the scope of Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II tasks per applicable state Board of Nursing Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II Tasks List.
• Perform technical tasks with appropriate training such as administering a 12- Lead Electrocardiogram test and routine venipuncture.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Venipuncture

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide Registry listing Nurse Aide I/II

BLS certification

Tools

Blood pressure monitor

Stethoscope

Thermometer

Job description

Advocate Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting. You will aid with activities of daily living, hygiene, vital signs, and basic clinical tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting observations, assisting with routine tests, and maintaining clean, safe patient rooms while following facility policies and safety guidelines. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.