Frontline Patient Care Associate (CNA/CMA)

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in the District of Columbia seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide direct patient care under nurse supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, transporting patients, and performing routine treatments in accordance with policy.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, CNA or CMA certification, and CPR within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of CNA and/or CMA program required.
• CPR certification required (AHA or Red Cross) within 90 days.
• One year experience as CNA or related acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient care plan as directed by the nurse and reports findings.
• Provides direct bedside care including ADLs, ambulation, and patient transport.
• Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments per unit policy.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as directed.
• Documents information in medical records or via designated systems.
• Maintains safe and orderly patient environment and cares for equipment.
• Supports unit and hospital goals and participates in quality improvement.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification

CMA certification

CPR certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in the District of Columbia seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide direct patient care under nurse supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, transporting patients, and performing routine treatments in accordance with policy.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, CNA or CMA certification, and CPR within 90 days.