Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Support

Advocate Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support RNs in daily patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, vital signs, and EMR documentation as directed.

The role includes handling admissions/discharges under supervision, specimen collection, and ensuring infection control standards are followed. Candidates should have GED or HS diploma and BLS/State CNA credentials.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills are required.
• Excellent oral and written communication is expected.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities are essential.
• Certification Addendum requirements apply to staff.
• Staff must maintain annual educational requirements for hospital certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, and mobility.
• Record vital signs and input data into EMR as directed.
• Perform purposeful rounding and promptly report observations to RN.
• Assist in admission, transfer and discharge processes under RN supervision.
• Collect urine, stool, and sputum samples and assist with point-of-care testing as directed.
• Run errands, manage stock in nursing area, and keep equipment clean.
• Assist with patient positioning and transport as needed.
• Maintain skin integrity through proper repositioning and care; manage supplies and appliances.
• Follow infection prevention policies and proper PPE use; age-appropriate patient care.
• Adhere to site-specific policies and participate in ongoing education.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Certification Addendum

Annual educational requirements

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support RNs in daily patient care in a hospital setting. You will assist with bathing, feeding, mobility, vital signs, and EMR documentation as directed.

The role includes handling admissions/discharges under supervision, specimen collection, and ensuring infection control standards are followed. Candidates should have GED or HS diploma and BLS/State CNA credentials.