Chester Nursing Center: Certified Nurse Assistant

Job Description Summary

Assist patients in their move toward independence by setting realistic goals and treatment plans. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and often coordinate patient care and team activities.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000121 CHE - Chester Nursing Home (CNH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-20

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.  The C NA performs multi-skilled duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the patient.

Assists nursing team with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. Assists patients with personal hygiene, dressing, walking. Changes bed linens and assists with patient transportation to tests and procedures. May serve and collect food trays and provide patients with between-meal nourishment. May record temperature or vital signs under the direction of a nurse.

Minimum Education: A high school diploma or GED is required. At least one year of patient care experience in a health care facility or as CNA is required.

Required Licensure, Certifications, and Registrations: Currently registered as a Certified Nurse Assistant in South Carolina, and Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required before seeing patients.

Additional Job Description

Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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