Certified Nursing Assistant- PRN

CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant Unit: PACU

Employment Type: PRN

Shift: Evening (3pm to 11pm) Location: Silver Spring

Position Highlights:

• Competitive pay
• Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules
• Advancement: Opportunities to advance within the organization

Description:

• Reporting to the director of the unit, the CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Director, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be assigned to function in either the Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) or Nursing Assistant role.
• When functioning in the Nursing Assistant role, the CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse.
• The CNA provides quality nursing care to patients; implements specific procedures and programs; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments
• When functioning in the HUC role, the CNA supports departmental operations by providing effective and timely communications, maintaining a clean, safe, orderly work environment, maintaining data and related records, performing clerical and other support services as directed.
• Reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations.

What you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED required OR in a program currently pursuing a High School Diploma or GED. Four years of nursing assistant experience will be accepted in lieu of a High School Diploma/GED.
• Current licensure by the Maryland State Board for Certified Nursing Assistant
• BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association)
• Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies: Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, pager.
• Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize, ability to work well with individuals and groups.
• 1 year CNA experience preferred; experience in a hospital setting highly preferred.

Pay Range: $17.58 – $23.85

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

About us:

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns numerous national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services.

We were named one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for 2021 & 2022.

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.