Compassionate CNA: Skilled Nursing Care Pro

Newport Medical Center; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). You will assist with personal hygiene, mobility, vital signs, and daily activities while observing patient conditions and reporting changes to licensed staff.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of CNA experience, CNA certification, and BCLS. This on-site role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and teamwork to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• CNA certification required by state of employment.
• 1-3 years of CNA experience required.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene tasks (bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing).
• Provide basic care (changing linens, repositioning, mobility support).
• Measure and record vital signs and report changes to nursing staff.
• Document care accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Support nutrition by serving meals and monitoring intake.
• Maintain patient safety and infection control; use restraints properly when needed.
• Assist with basic treatments (dressings, ice/heat) as directed.
• Communicate with patients, families and healthcare teams to ensure quality care.
• Participate in ongoing CNA training and maintain certification.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient hygiene

Infection control

Communication

Documentation

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). You will assist with personal hygiene, mobility, vital signs, and daily activities while observing patient conditions and reporting changes to licensed staff.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of CNA experience, CNA certification, and BCLS. This on-site role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and teamwork to ensure high-quality patient care.