Evening Shift CNA - Behavioral Health Care

Iredell Health System; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell Health System is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to perform routine patient-care duties under RN supervision in a hospital setting. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining patient records in the EMR.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and clinical CNA experience, with training in de-escalation within 30 days. Strong teamwork and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate computer and various patient care equipment including thermometer, vital sign machine and glucometer required.
• BLS upon hire from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• De-Escalation Training within 30 days.
• Clinical experience in a certified nursing assistant role.

Responsibilities

• Maintains unit equipment and supplies.
• Implements and contributes to the behavior program designed by multidisciplinary team.
• Supervises patient activities and provides one-to-one supervision as ordered on patients.
• Obtains daily vital signs and charts in the EMR; obtains blood glucose levels via glucometer as ordered.
• Provides general patient care and upkeep of patient areas.
• Reports patient's complaints and observations to the nurse in charge.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and follows safety guidelines.

Skills

High school diploma

Computer and medical equipment use

BLS certification

De-Escalation training

CNA clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Thermometer

Vital sign machine

Glucometer

Job description

Iredell Health System is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to perform routine patient-care duties under RN supervision in a hospital setting. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and maintaining patient records in the EMR.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and clinical CNA experience, with training in de-escalation within 30 days. Strong teamwork and confidentiality are essential.