Certified Nursing Assistant Required

Summary of Duties: Under the direction of an RN, assumes responsibility and accountability for assignment for a designated time frame, assisting other nursing staff in providing patient care according to established methods/policies/standards within the scope of certified nursing assistant practice.

Educational Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent (GED) required.  Successful completion of a nursing assistant training program or currently enrolled in, or graduate of, an accredited RN program.

License/Certification Requirements: CNA certification or currently enrolled in, or graduate of, an accredited RN program.  AHA BLS certification.

Experience Requirements:

 Previous 6 months experience as a nursing assistant in acute care setting preferred, or satisfactory completion of a nursing assistant training program.

Special Skills/Abilities:  

Able to read, write and comprehend medical terminology and English and communicate effectively.  Emotional and physical stamina to work in a stressful environment related to patients, staff and visitors.  Good organizational skills to handle large volume of patient care activities. Able to lift 50 lbs.

Weekend and/or Holiday Rotation may be required.
Rotating Shifts may be required.