About This Role
This travel assignment for a Certified Nursing Assistant involves providing direct patient care and working alongside nurses and healthcare teams to support patients with their daily needs. The role focuses on assisting with everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and mobility, while also monitoring patient conditions to ensure their well-being.
Responsibilities
- Record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration
- Assist patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Provide mobility assistance, including repositioning, transfers, and ambulation support
- Help with feeding and meal assistance for patients with dietary needs or restrictions
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff
- Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and their families
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care, observations, and any changes in condition
- Adhere to infection control, safety, and healthcare regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Requirements
- One year of recent CNA experience
- Valid CNA registration in compliance with state regulations
- Current BLS (AHA/ARC) or CPR certification
- Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
- Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), push, pull, and bend
- Must be able to work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
- Must have the ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment
- Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public and customers while meeting deadlines under pressure
- Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally, as well as working without assistance from other personnel
- Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
- Must possess visual acuity and ability to effectively communicate
Nice to have:
- Other certifications may be required depending on facility requirements
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage