Job Description
Are you a compassionate healthcare professional seeking meaningful work with flexible hours?
Charlotte Medical Center is urgently hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for our premium weekend shift team. Join a dynamic facility where your skills directly impact patient recovery and well-being. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment in the heart of North Carolina.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Pay: Earn between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour based on experience.
- Flexible Schedule: Focus on your life with reliable weekend shifts (Saturday & Sunday).
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement into LPN and RN programs.
Job Summary:
We are looking for dedicated CNAs to provide exceptional patient care during our busy weekend operations. You will be the vital link between our patients and the nursing staff, ensuring comfort, safety, and high-quality care at all times.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
- Monitor and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature) accurately and promptly.
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and positioning to prevent falls and injury.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized patient environment and living spaces.
- Communicate changes in patient condition or concerns to the Charge Nurse or medical staff immediately.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments as directed by licensed nursing personnel.
- Document daily care activities and patient interactions in electronic health records (EHR).
Qualifications
- Certification: Current, unencumbered North Carolina CNA License required.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): BLS and CPR certification (American Heart Association) must be maintained.
- Experience: Previous experience in a hospital, long-term care, or home health setting preferred.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform physical assistive tasks.
- Compassion: Empathy and a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for patients.