Day Shift Acute Care CNA/PCA - Direct Patient Care

Phoebe Putney Health System; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Americus, GA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct-patient care alongside registered nurses. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and BLS; preferred candidates will have 1-2 years of medical terminology experience and complete Crisis Response Training within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years of medical terminology experience preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Crisis Response Training required within 6 months of hire for Emergency Center Employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with direct patient care.
• Communicate unit activities, needs and problems to the nurse manager.
• Maintain hospital guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Document information accurately and timely.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment as trained.
• Support safety and infection control practices.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Phoebe Putney Health System in Americus, GA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support direct-patient care alongside registered nurses. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and BLS; preferred candidates will have 1-2 years of medical terminology experience and complete Crisis Response Training within 6 months.