Certified nursing assistant (cna)

Job Details:

Job Location: Main Hospital Campus Headquarters - Madison, WV

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Position Summary

Boone Memorial Health is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct, patient-centered care in our inpatient setting. Under the supervision and delegation of a Registered Nurse, the CNA assists patients with activities of daily living, supports clinical care delivery, and promotes a safe, clean, and comfortable environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, compassion, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing quality patient care while working collaboratively with the nursing team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with established care plans, hospital policies, and CNA scope of practice.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Assist with feeding, hydration, meal setup, and monitoring patient intake.
• Measure, record, and report vital signs, intake and output, weights, and other basic patient information.
• Observe and promptly report changes in patient condition or behavior to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and mobility using proper body mechanics and safe patient-handling techniques.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment, including making beds and changing linens.
• Respond promptly and courteously to call lights and patient requests.
• Assist with preparing patients for procedures, examinations, and treatments as directed.
• Provide basic comfort measures as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.
• Follow infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and isolation precautions.
• Adhere to patient safety protocols, including fall prevention and safe environment practices.
• Accurately and timely document patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and interdisciplinary team members to support quality patient care.
• Participate in patient rounding and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Assist with stocking supplies and maintaining unit readiness.
• Participate in required education, competency assessments, and in-service training.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the CNA scope of practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program.
• Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills required; electronic health record experience preferred.
• Licensure and Certification Requirements
• Current, active West Virginia Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, and reposition patients weighing up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and assistive devices.
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, squatting, and repetitive movements.
• Manual dexterity and coordination necessary to perform patient care responsibilities.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a hospital inpatient setting with varying levels of patient acuity. Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and bodily fluids. Requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). May involve physically demanding and emotionally stressful situations. Flexibility to meet staffing and patient care needs is required.

Compliance and Patient Safety

Employees are responsible for supporting a culture of patient safety, quality improvement, and organizational compliance. This includes following hospital policies, procedures, and safety practices; reporting safety concerns, near misses, and adverse events; and participating in quality improvement initiatives as appropriate to their role. Employees must also comply with Boone Memorial Hospital's Workplace Violence Prevention Program and immediately report threats, incidents, or safety concerns. All employees are expected to comply with applicable federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies and procedures, including requirements related to patient rights, confidentiality, and privacy.

Travel Requirements

No travel expected.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Boone Memorial Health provides equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment. The organization prohibits discrimination, harassment, prejudice, or behavior of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, family medical history or genetic information, past or present military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.