Certified Nurse Assistant II Medical Surgical

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNAII)– Post-Surgical Acute Care

Forsyth Medical Center | Full-Time Days (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) | Winston-Salem, NC

Join our Post-Surgical Acute Care team and care for post-operative and medically complex patients who require continued recovery, monitoring, and education before discharge. This fast-paced unit provides the opportunity to develop strong clinical skills while caring for patients with diverse surgical and medical needs. Working alongside a collaborative multidisciplinary team, you'll play a critical role in helping patients recover safely and achieve positive outcomes.

Why Join Our Post-Surgical Acute Care Team?

• Advance your nursing career through specialty-focused education, certifications, and clinical ladder opportunities.
• Utilize advanced technology and innovative resources that support safe, efficient patient care.
• Thrive in a newly constructed facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
• Access wellness and resiliency resources designed to support a successful and sustainable nursing career.
• Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off starting on your first day.

Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.

Education:  High School or GED, required.

Experience:  One year, preferred.

Licensure/Certification: (required)

• Completion of NA I and NA II programs.
• NA registry as NA I in good standing. Current NA II certification with state.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units.

Additional Skills/Requirements (required):  BON Health Care Provider. Medication Safety - AME

Additional Skills/Requirements (preferred):  Basic computer skills for documentation.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive care to post-surgical and medically complex patients.
• Monitor and assess patients recovering from a variety of surgical procedures.
• Monitor for complications and communicate changes in patient condition to the care team.
• Educate patients and families on recovery expectations, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress in the electronic medical record.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that supports safe transitions home.