Patient Care Assistant (CNA/EMR Specialist)

Riverside Health System; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support RN-led patient care in general hospital units. You will perform basic nursing tasks, vital signs, specimen collection, and assist with patient mobility under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a CNA certification, one year of healthcare exposure, and a commitment to patient safety and compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. This is an hourly role with pay scale shown in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA certification required upon hire.
• EMT-B or Medical Assistant program graduate upon hire.
• LPN or RN nursing diploma/degree program with 80 hours completed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Uses EMR systems to collect patient data accurately.
• Performs plan of care tasks under RN direction and may include vital signs, EKGs, blood draws, specimen collection.
• Completes clinical and quality documentation per RHS standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains clean, safe patient environment and ensures availability of necessary equipment and supplies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Certification Upon Hire

EMT-B or Medical Assistant Program Graduate Upon Hire

LPN/RN Program with 80 Hours Completed Upon Hire

Job description

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support RN-led patient care in general hospital units. You will perform basic nursing tasks, vital signs, specimen collection, and assist with patient mobility under supervision.

Ideal candidates have a CNA certification, one year of healthcare exposure, and a commitment to patient safety and compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. This is an hourly role with pay scale shown in the posting.