Night Shift CNA: Patient Care Specialist

STJ St. Joseph's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant for night shift at the Buckhannon facility. You will work under Nursing staff supervision, providing direct and indirect patient care and ensuring comfort and safety for patients.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, recording vital signs, assisting with admissions/discharges, and maintaining a safe, clean environment to prevent infections. Strong communication with the Nursing Staff is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Current state Nurse's Aide Certification (MD/OH/PA/WV as applicable).

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns to Nursing Staff immediately.
• Assists Nursing Staff with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care.
• Records vital signs and assists with hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and to provide for safety of patients, visitors and employees.
• Reports all necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.
• Communicates nutrition issues to Nursing Staff regarding appetite or diet changes.
• Assists department with administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answers patient call bell and relays messages to appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Nurse's Aide Certification (state-specific)

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant for night shift at the Buckhannon facility. You will work under Nursing staff supervision, providing direct and indirect patient care and ensuring comfort and safety for patients.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, recording vital signs, assisting with admissions/discharges, and maintaining a safe, clean environment to prevent infections. Strong communication with the Nursing Staff is essential.