CNA - Med Surg - Neuro Trauma - Mobility Aide - Part time

Summary

Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse and as part of a collaborative care team, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients. This role ensures a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment while honoring the dignity and individuality of each patient. The CNA maintains clinical competency, demonstrates age-specific care practices, and actively participates in continuing education related to healthcare.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for patients' personal needs and comfort.
• Assist with hygiene tasks including bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Perform delegated nursing tasks such as :
• Collecting specimens and vital signs
• Administering enemas
• Transporting patients
• Applying non-sterile dressings
• Performing surgical preps
• Applying ice packs and heat treatments
• Document all care provided in a comprehensive and timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.
• Anticipate and respond to patient comfort needs by rounding and answering call lights.
• Communicate patient observations and data to the assigned nurse.
• Uphold ethical standards by delivering care with professionalism, sensitivity, and respect for patient autonomy, dignity, and beliefs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Experience

Licensure / Certification

Physical and Mental Demands

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.