Compassionate Patient Care Tech - Day 1 Benefits

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, including room cleaning, equipment operation, assisting in emergencies, and transporting specimens with proper documentation.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, hygiene, safety, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies, with opportunities to participate in performance improvement and orientation for new staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS is required.
• Must meet one of the following: one year of direct patient care experience, successful completion of a nursing assistant training course, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through State of Georgia, OR current enrollment in a nursing program and completion of 2 clinical rotations.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, including cleaning the patient’s room, operating clinical equipment, assisting with emergencies, collecting and transporting patient specimens and completing forms.
• Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team.
• Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.
• Promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by an RN/LPN.

Skills

BLS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA (Nursing Assistant Certification)

Job description

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, including room cleaning, equipment operation, assisting in emergencies, and transporting specimens with proper documentation.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, hygiene, safety, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies, with opportunities to participate in performance improvement and orientation for new staff.