Certified Nurse Assistant CNA

Job Description Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with inpatient acute care experience to provide direct and indirect patient care in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will support nursing staff by assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Required Experience Required: Inpatient acute care experience. Previous hospital-based patient care experience preferred. Required Licenses & Certifications Active Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification (must be maintained and renewed every two years). Key Responsibilities Direct Patient Care Provide basic patient care, including bathing, oral hygiene, skin care, and grooming. Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including feeding, dressing, toileting, and mobility. Respond promptly to patient call lights and communicate patient needs to the nurse or charge nurse. Measure and record vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output. Change bed linens and maintain patient comfort. Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges. Prepare patients for transport and safely transport them as directed. Perform bedside glucose (BSG) testing. Administer sitz baths and hot/cold applications as directed. Perform pre-operative shaving as instructed. Assist patients with personal belongings, including dentures, hearing aids, glasses, and prosthetic devices. Label patient belongings and personal care items appropriately. Patient Safety Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment. Ensure side rails are raised appropriately after patient care. Keep patient call bells and essential items within easy reach. Report changes in a patient's physical or mental condition to the nursing team immediately. Keep hallways free of obstructions and maintain unit safety. Support & Administrative Duties Restock supplies and patient care equipment. Deliver laboratory specimens and departmental requisitions. Assemble patient charts. Clean instruments and equipment. Answer telephones and relay messages. Document patient care accurately and promptly. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Active Pennsylvania CNA certification. Current AHA BLS certification. Experience in an inpatient acute care hospital setting . Strong communication and teamwork skills. Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Excellent patient care and customer service skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr Conflux Systems