Compassionate CNA: Patient Care & Vital Signs Support

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi seeks a Nursing Assistant to perform patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will build a caring relationship that preserves patient autonomy and dignity while supporting basic care tasks.

Responsibilities include vital signs, phlebotomy, mobility assistance, patient transports, discharge preparation, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment for patients and families.

Qualifications

• 1 year recent experience
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• CNA/MA/AEMT licensure and BLS certification within 14 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Communicates with the RN and collaborates on patient care
• Performs RN-directed tasks: vital signs, glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement
• Assists with height/weight, intake/output, and room stocking
• Maintains clean, quiet patient rooms and removes linen/trash
• Aids patient/family communication; answers call lights; helps with discharge prep
• Supports safety: mobility assistance, safety rounds
• Provides comfort: water, ice, pillows, blankets, meals assistance
• Transports non-monitored patients
• Assists RN with monitored/intubated transports
• Performs other duties as needed

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Mississippi seeks a Nursing Assistant to perform patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will build a caring relationship that preserves patient autonomy and dignity while supporting basic care tasks.

Responsibilities include vital signs, phlebotomy, mobility assistance, patient transports, discharge preparation, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment for patients and families.