Certified Nursing Assistant Skilled Nursing

Mission Health; Highlands (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off and family leave

401(k) Plan with company match

Education support through tuition assistance

Life insurance and additional protections

Job summary

Mission Health is looking for a Patient Care Technician in Highlands, NC. This role is essential for supporting Registered Nurses in delivering hands-on care. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily needs and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Candidates must have a CNA certification in North Carolina and at least 6 months of patient care experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off, and education support.

Qualifications

• Must have a CNA certification in North Carolina.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 6 months of patient care experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort.
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient areas and common spaces.
• Manage supplies and logs for infection control and readiness.
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and care team.

Skills

CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)

Patient care experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Graduate / GED

Job description

Overview

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) with Eckerd Living Center, you will be a vital part of our collaborative nursing team, supporting Registered Nurses in providing hands-on care and creating a safe, welcoming environment for patients. You will assist with daily needs such as vital signs, mobility, and personal care while helping RNs monitor conditions and carry out care plans. Your attention, empathy, and teamwork help restore comfort and dignity for every patient and support our mission to improve lives.

Your responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Qualifications

• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) in North Carolina
• High School Graduate / GED
• 6+ months of patient care experience required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability, and leaves of absence
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness tools
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships
• Fertility and family-building benefits, adoption assistance, life insurance, and other protections

About the organization

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a member of Mission Health, is a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson and surrounding counties. The facility offers 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient care, rehabilitation, and long-term care through Eckerd Living Center. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute.

There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it. Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are reviewing applications for our Patient Care Technician Skilled Nursing Unit opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.