Emergency Room Nursing Assistant

Prime Healthcare; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA

Employer 401K

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Many other benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking an Emergency Room Nursing Assistant (CNA or non-certified) for Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. The role supports nurses and physicians in a fast-paced ER, monitors vital signs, assists with procedures, and ensures supplies are stocked.

Entry-level NAs and CNAs are welcome. Eligible candidates should have BLS, Medical Terminology knowledge, and a CNA certificate. A comprehensive benefits package and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate or within 6 months of hire and maintain current.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office.

Responsibilities

• Help patients with basic needs (bathing, dressing, toileting), reposition and transfer patients as needed.
• Monitor and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration), assist with wound care and dressing changes under supervision.
• Prepare rooms and ensure medical supplies are stocked, transport patients within the hospital (to imaging or other departments).
• Assist with procedures (e.g., setting up equipment, applying splints), perform CPR and basic life support if certified.
• Record patient information and observations, report changes in patient condition to nurses or doctors and provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Clean and sanitize patient areas and equipment, follow hospital protocols to prevent infection spread.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient care basics

Education

CNA Certification (current)

BLS (AHA) Certification (within 30 days)

Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate (within 6 months)

Job description

Bonus Amount

1,500.00

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Department:Emergency Services / Emergency Room

Shift’s Available: Days

Hours: 12-hour shifts: 7a-7p

Employment Type:FullTime

Location:Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL

We are seeking anEmergency Room Nursing Assistant (Certified or Non-Certified),also referred to asaEmergency Department CNA or (ED CNA) or an Emergency Services CNA (ES CNA).An Emergency Room CNA (ER CNA)assistsnurses and doctors in the emergency room/ emergency departmentby providing patient care,monitoringvital signs, helping with procedures, and ensuring medical supplies are stocked. They also transport patients, document observations,maintaininfection control, and offer emotional support in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

** If youare a non-licensedNursing Assistant (NA) or a Certified (CNA)and have no prior experience, weencourageyouto apply.Entry-Level NAs or CNAsare welcome to apply!

• Help patients with basic needs (bathing, dressing, toileting), reposition and transfer patients as needed
• Monitor and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration),assistwith wound care and dressing changes under supervision

• Prepare rooms and ensure medical supplies are stocked, transport patients within the hospital (to imagingor other departments)

• Assistwith procedures (e.g., setting up equipment, applying splints), perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and basic life support if certified

• Record patient information and observations, report changes in patient condition to nurses or doctors and provide emotional support to patients and families

• Clean and sanitize patient areas and equipment, follow hospital protocols to prevent infection spread

Qualifications

• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate or within 6 months of hire and maintain current
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sicktimeand holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf