Certified Nurse Assistant I

Perform basic clinical procedures within scope, including surgical skin preparation, application of heat/cold therapy, EKG lead placement, compression devices, wound care assistance, postmortem care, and patient mobilization as directed. What We Offer: Provides and documents assistance to patients with activities of daily living and maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

What We Offer:

Provides and documents assistance to patients with activities of daily living and maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

 

Assisted Living units only: Responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living as scheduled and reporting any change in status to the Charge Nurse

 

Schedule:Day Shift PRN - Minimum commitment of three 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) every six weeks. Candidates with additional availability are welcome to pick up extra shifts as needed. Weekend coverage may be required based on departmental needs. 

What We're Looking For:

• Education: High school diploma, required. Completion of NAI program, required.
• Experience: One year of relevant experience, preferred.  One year required, Assisted Living facilities only: experience working in long-term care or assisted living
• Licensure/Certification: Completion of NAI program, Required. Listed with the nurse aide registry as an NA I, Required. Medication Safety - AME, Required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, Required.
• Additional skills preferred: Basic computer skills for documentation.

What You'll Do:

• Provide compassionate direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility.
• Assist with patient transfers, positioning, ambulation, and range of motion exercises using safe body mechanics and appropriate equipment.
• Obtain, document, and report vital signs, blood glucose, intake/output, height, weight, and other patient observations.
• Support patient nutrition, hydration, elimination, and specimen collection while maintaining accurate documentation.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, patient transport, and orientation to the care environment.
• Perform basic clinical procedures within scope, including surgical skin preparation, application of heat/cold therapy, EKG lead placement, compression devices, wound care assistance, postmortem care, and patient mobilization as directed.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly communicate changes, abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the nursing team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment by following infection prevention, safety, and equipment cleaning protocols.
• Restock patient care supplies and ensure secure handling of medications in accordance with organizational policies.
• Perform additional approved CNA I Plus 4 skills after required training and competency validation, as applicable.
• Foster a collaborative, patient-centered environment by working effectively with interdisciplinary team members and providing exceptional customer service.
• Perform Medical Unit Receptionist (MUR) responsibilities and Assisted Living support duties, when assigned, in accordance with department needs and organizational standards.