Job Description Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for caring for the personal needs and comfort of residents. The Certified Nursing Assistant performs routine duties within the limits of training and certification in caring for the long-term care resident. The care is rendered under the supervision of the RN and/or LPN. Performs other duties related to the work described herein.

Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Cost Center
CC001675 MAR - Standard Care Hall 2 (MNH)

Pay Rate Type
Hourly

Pay Grade
Health-18

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Work Shift

Job Description

A certified nursing assistant, or CNA, helps patients with activities of daily living and other healthcare needs under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). CNA’s are also commonly referred to as a Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant (PCA), or a Nurse’s Aide.

Need to talk to a Recruiter? Please contact Shannon Shaw at 843-674-2694 or shawsh@musc.edu

Additional Job Description

Education:

• High School Graduate or hold a GED certificate and have completed an approved nursing assistant course.

Experience:

• Clinical experience in a certified nursing assistant program.
• Desirable characteristics include at least one year of experience in a hospital, nursing home or medically related environment.
• Must be able to follow directions and to perform work according to department standards.
• Exhibits mature behaviors and able to function effectively under stress.

Licenses/Certificates:

• Valid Certification for South Carolina Nurses Aide.
• Current BLS and to be maintained biannually.
• Name not listed on the SC Abuse Registry.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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