Compassionate Patient Care Assistant (CNA)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to maintain a clean, safe patient environment and assist with daily living activities. You will work under the supervision of a RN, taking vitals, feeding and providing compassionate, family-centered care to patients and families.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, recording measurements in EHR, restocking supplies, and communicating changes to the nursing team.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a team.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Computer literate and healthcare environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, nutrition and comfort.
• Take and record vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference and related measurements.
• Inform RN of changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Restock supplies and assist with room turnover.
• Identify patient needs and provide necessary supplies.
• Promote cost containment and patient comfort.
• Ensure patient rooms and nursing station are clean and organized.
• Provide encouragement and support to patients and families.
• Assist with transporting patients for procedures.
• Greet patients and visitors and relay information about NCH services.

Skills

High school diploma

Problem solving

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Healthcare experience

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to maintain a clean, safe patient environment and assist with daily living activities. You will work under the supervision of a RN, taking vitals, feeding and providing compassionate, family-centered care to patients and families.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, recording measurements in EHR, restocking supplies, and communicating changes to the nursing team.