Patient Care Aide: Compassionate CNA for Hands-On Support

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Macon, GA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate daily patient care under supervision, including bathing, mobility assistance, vital signs, and safety support.

You will help maintain a clean, safe patient environment, document observations, assist with admissions and discharges, and collaborate with nurses to support quality care delivery in a busy unit. Experience preferred; BLS/CPR may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate with patients, staff and coworkers.
• Ability to assist with transfers and mobility tasks.
• Ability to lift and move patients and equipment (25–60 lbs).
• One year of patient-care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, oral hygiene, and grooming.
• Assist with pre- and post-op care and post-mortem care as applicable.
• Support patient safety and fall prevention measures.
• Record intake/output, vital signs, and weights accurately.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges per unit standards.
• Maintain clean, safe patient environment and proper equipment handling.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and health-care team.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Atrium Health in Macon, GA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate daily patient care under supervision, including bathing, mobility assistance, vital signs, and safety support.

You will help maintain a clean, safe patient environment, document observations, assist with admissions and discharges, and collaborate with nurses to support quality care delivery in a busy unit. Experience preferred; BLS/CPR may be required.