Certified Nursing Assistant - Acute Care

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Department: 7 West Acute Care

Employment Type: F ull Time.

Shift: Days; 7:00 am - 7:30 pm

Position Purpose:

On the Kaiser 7 West Unit, the Certified Nursing Assistant (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; 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 Do:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (eating, bathing, dressing, mobility, toileting)

• Support care procedures including catheter care, sitz baths, colostomy care, and more

• Apply care products such as compression devices and restraints appropriately

• Set up respiratory and cardiac equipment (e.g., oxygen, suction, EKGs, incentive spirometry)

• Function in both CNA and Health Unit Coordinator roles as assigned

• Current knowledge of nursing skills within their scope of practice. Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies: Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, pager. Ability to obtain and retrieve data.

• Effectively read, speak, write, compose and comprehend English.

• Effective eye and hand coordination.

• Effective problem-solving skills.

• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize.

• Ability to work well with individuals and groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing

• High school diploma or equivalent

• BLS certification

• 1 year of hospital experience (preferred)

Position Highlights:

• Promote early ambulation and independence in activities of daily living

• Collaborate closely with nursing and therapy teams

• Build meaningful patient connections in a smaller unit

• Contribute to a team-focused, high-quality care environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from first day of employment.

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.

• Free onsite parking.

• DailyPay Program

• Our mission and core values are what drives each member of Holy Cross Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

Pay rate: $17.89 - $25.04

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.

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)

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.