Evening Patient Care Assistant (CNA)

MelroseWakefield Healthcare; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

MelroseWakefield Hospital in Medford, MA, is seeking a Part-Time Nursing Support CNA for the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Urgent Care. The role supports physicians and nursing staff with patient care, ADLs, and routine tasks within established protocols.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA credential, BLS, and experience with vital signs, phlebotomy, and EKG basics. The schedule is 24 hours per week, 3pm–11pm, in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Successful completion of EKG and Phlebotomy courses for Critical Care/ED.
• 1 year of healthcare or nursing experience preferred (3 years preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams, procedures, tests and treatments taught in formal training.
• Take vital signs and monitor patients, assist with ADLs and meals.
• Provide hygienic care, linen changes, and safety support.
• Apply dressings, skin care, and ostomy care as needed.
• Administer hot/cold applications and sitz baths.
• Assist with mobilization, transfers, and ambulation.
• Manage supplies, sterile instruments, and diagnostic devices.
• Document allergies and medications; reconcile lists in EMR.
• Support clerical tasks: scheduling, phones, patient communications.
• Assist multiple physician practices as needed; perform other duties.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN/LPN promptly.
• Transport patients to procedures and act as safety sitter when required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and upholding patient privacy.

Skills

CNA

BLS

EKG

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MelroseWakefield Hospital in Medford, MA, is seeking a Part-Time Nursing Support CNA for the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Urgent Care. The role supports physicians and nursing staff with patient care, ADLs, and routine tasks within established protocols.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA credential, BLS, and experience with vital signs, phlebotomy, and EKG basics. The schedule is 24 hours per week, 3pm–11pm, in a fast-paced environment.