Compassionate Patient Care Technician — Hands-on Nursing

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at a Georgetown University Hospital setting. This role includes bedside care, ADLs assistance, and contributing to patient/family teaching and documentation.

Responsibilities also cover following care plans, maintaining safety, supporting unit operations, and participating in quality improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• CNA certification is preferred.
• GUH training program completion is required.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient care plan as directed by RN and reports findings.
• Provides direct bedside care including ADLs and mobility assistance.
• Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments per policy.
• Participates in patient/family teaching and documentation.
• Maintains safe/clean unit environment and supports unit operations.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA preferred

GUH training program required

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at a Georgetown University Hospital setting. This role includes bedside care, ADLs assistance, and contributing to patient/family teaching and documentation.

Responsibilities also cover following care plans, maintaining safety, supporting unit operations, and participating in quality improvement initiatives as needed.