Inpatient CNA - Day Shift

South Texas Spine Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA with Employer Contribution

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

And More!

Job summary

South Texas Spine Hospital is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support licensed nursing staff with routine patient care and daily living activities. You will assist with vital signs, specimen collection, and ensuring a safe, compassionate care environment.

Requirements include graduation from a approved CNA program, current Florida CNA certification, and AHA BLS. Preferred six months of healthcare experience. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Administer simple treatments and tests per policy.
• Provide post-procedure care in a compassionate manner.
• Initiate patient care activities per nursing plan of care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living: bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation, personal hygiene.
• Collect specimens and assist with patient care procedures as directed.
• Observe patients and promptly notify nurse of changes in condition.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-based care

Verbal and written instruction

Organization and attention to detail

Patient condition awareness

Education

CNA program graduate

Florida CNA certification

AHA BLS certification

Job description

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Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs routine, non-professional patient care activities. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living, obtaining and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and providing support in delivering quality patient care in a safe and compassionate manner.

Essential Functions

• Administer simple treatments and/or tests according to established policies and procedures.
• Provide post-procedure care to patients in an efficient, compassionate, and empathetic manner.
• Initiate patient care activities consistent with the nursing plan of care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including:
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Feeding
  • Ambulation
  • Personal hygiene

Clinical Support

• Understand and consistently apply principles of aseptic technique when caring for patients.
• Observe patients and promptly notify the nurse of any changes in condition.
• Collect specimens and assist with patient care procedures as directed.

Professionalism & Compliance

• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
• Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection control practices.

Education & Experience

Required

• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred

• Minimum of six (6) months of experience assisting in the care of patients in a healthcare setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition promptly and accurately.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and assisting patients with mobility.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer patients with appropriate assistance and equipment.
• Exposure to patient care environments and potential contact with communicable diseases.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And More!

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Note: Selecting “no” will not eliminate you from consideration for this role.