Nursing Assistant Cardiac Medical Unit (CMU) Full-Time 12-Hour Night Shift

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join the Cardiac Medical Unit for direct patient support and hands-on care during 12-hour night shifts. You will assist with basic nursing tasks, comfort measures, and help maintain a safe, organized environment under RN supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred Florida CNA licensure and BLS certification. English literacy is essential for patient communication and documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Post-high-school specialized training preferred.
• Florida CNA license preferred.
• BLS required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic physical care and nursing procedures under RN direction.
• Assist with patient comfort measures and maintain a clean, safe, and organized care environment.
• Support direct patient care within the Cardiac Medical Unit and collaborate with nurses.
• Assist the nursing team to ensure smooth patient stays during 12-Hour Nights shifts.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-high-school specialized training

Job description

Overview

Make a difference through hands-on patient care. Join the Cardiac Medical Unit as a Nursing Assistant and work alongside nurses to provide patients with essential care, comfort, and support throughout their stay.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director/Manager and RNs, the Nursing Assistant facilitates patient care by providing basic physical care and nursing procedures, assisting with patient comfort measures, and helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.

Work Information

• Department: Cardiac Medical Unit (CMU)
• Shift: 12-Hour Nights
• Status: Full-Time
• Role Focus: Direct patient support, basic physical care, nursing procedures, comfort measures, and maintaining a safe and organized care environment

A great opportunity to provide hands-on patient care while supporting patients and the nursing team in the Cardiac Medical Unit.

Qualifications

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Post-high-school specialized training preferred

Licensure & Certification

• Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred
• BLS required

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English