Compassionate CNA | Skilled Nursing Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Newport, TN seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a Skilled Nursing Facility role. You will provide direct patient care under licensed staff, assist with hygiene, daily living activities, and monitor patient conditions to support safety and comfort.

You will record vital signs, help with meals, and collaborate with health teams. The position emphasizes reliability, empathy, and adherence to infection control and documentation standards to ensure quality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic nursing care techniques, patient hygiene, and infection control procedures.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to follow instructions, perform routine tasks, and document care accurately.

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

Basic nursing care

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Documentation

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Newport, TN seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for a Skilled Nursing Facility role. You will provide direct patient care under licensed staff, assist with hygiene, daily living activities, and monitor patient conditions to support safety and comfort.

You will record vital signs, help with meals, and collaborate with health teams. The position emphasizes reliability, empathy, and adherence to infection control and documentation standards to ensure quality