Observation Unit Patient Care Technician (CNA/GNA)

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Sign-on bonus up to $2,000

UMMS Benefits Guide

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a qualified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care in a clinical setting. You will take vital signs, assist with ADLs, perform blood draws, and collect specimens under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting care, communicating patient status to the care team, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. A CNA or GNA certification and BLS are required to join this team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current Maryland CNA or GNA certification is required.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision and take vital signs.
• Perform blood draws and collect specimens for testing.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) and patient mobility.
• Document patient information and care activities in clinical records.
• Collaborate with the health care team to implement the plan of care.
• Ensure patient safety and comfortable environment, including fall prevention.

Skills

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Clerical/documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Blood draws

Observation & data reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maryland CNA or GNA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a qualified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care in a clinical setting. You will take vital signs, assist with ADLs, perform blood draws, and collect specimens under supervision.

Responsibilities include documenting care, communicating patient status to the care team, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients and staff. A CNA or GNA certification and BLS are required to join this team.