Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $25 / Hour

Hours: 37.50

Location: Columbia, MD

The Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) performs direct patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Geriatric Nursing Assistant performs a variety of individualized patient care activities including bathing, dressing, feeding and transporting as well as related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comforts of the geriatric patient population.


Minimum Requirements:

• Active CNA with Geriatric Certification, required and per state/contract requirements
• Experience with memory care patients, preferred
• One year of geriatric nursing assistant experience preferred
• Current CPR
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of clerical functions
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits


At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.


About Amergis


Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.


Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.