Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Patient Care & EMR

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (CNA) to support registered nurses in daily patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital signs, while ensuring patient comfort and safety within a fast-paced hospital setting.

Position requires adherence to infection control practices, EMR documentation, and readiness to participate in admission, transfer and discharge activities.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills are required.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Certification Addendum required annually.
• Annual maintenance of hospital certifications (DNV, CARF or others) is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, feeding, hygiene, ambulation and positioning.
• Measure and document vitals, intake/output, weight, and other patient data; document in EMR.
• Perform rounds and communicate observations to RN; document appropriately.
• Assist in admission, transfer and discharge processes; ensure room setup and patient belongings are managed safely.
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing as indicated; maintain competency.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

GED/HSED or High School Diploma

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (CNA) to support registered nurses in daily patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, feeding, mobility, and vital signs, while ensuring patient comfort and safety within a fast-paced hospital setting.

Position requires adherence to infection control practices, EMR documentation, and readiness to participate in admission, transfer and discharge activities.