Newberry Health·Newberry, South Carolina
Provides direct patient care and assists with activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsible for documenting vital signs and maintaining a safe, organized patient care environment.
Description The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Medical-Surgical Unit provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The CNA assists patients with activities of daily living, monitors and documents patient information, and supports the healthcare team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical conditions. Clinical experience in an acute care environment preferred. Interpersonal skills used to effectively communicate; ability to problem solve; ability to cope when dealing with patients and physicians.
The Medical-Surgical Unit is a fast-paced environment caring for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, post-surgical recovery needs, and various treatment plans. The CNA plays a vital role in promoting patient comfort, safety, and positive outcomes through compassionate, patient-centered care.
· Documents vital signs, intakes, outputs, heights, weights, and dietary intake. · Provides a safe patient care environment, which is stocked, clean and organized. · Assesses discharge-planning needs and notifies appropriate personnel. · Interacts with patient and families appropriate to age of patient; delivers care according to age and developmental level of patient. · Demonstrates flexibility as patient needs change. · Performs proficiently in a calm and professional manner during crisis or emergency situations. · Achieves quality performance when adapting to new routines, procedures and skills. · Uses the problem solving process to provide quality care based on the assessed need of the patient. Assist with HCAPHs scores and patient satisfaction.
Newberry County Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
Market context
Support-services roles in South Carolina are often tied to steady day-to-day operations in schools or healthcare settings, so employers usually look for dependable candidates who can work well with staff and the public. These positions can be competitive because a high school diploma or GED is required, one year of relevant experience is preferred, and benefits may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k matching. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then compare them with the original posting and tailor your application to any relevant service or administrative experience.