CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - Pay Starts at $20hr

CNA

• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Pay Starts at $20hr Up to $5,000 SIGN ON/RETENTION BONUS Starting Pay $20/hr or higher based on experience. Full-time | Part-time | As Needed Position Summary Join our healthcare team as a Nursing Assistant and play an essential role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Nursing Assistant provides support with personal care, daily living activities, patient comfort measures, and clinical tasks while helping maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Provide personal care and comfort measures while respecting each patient's dignity, individuality, and preferences. Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, skin care, and elimination needs. Obtain and record vital signs and collect specimens as directed. Assist with patient transportation and support various nursing procedures.

Apply non-sterile dressings, ice packs, heat treatments, and perform other delegated patient care activities. Accurately document patient care and observations in the medical record. Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and well-stocked patient care environment. Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests. Communicate patient observations and concerns to the assigned nurse.

Support patient rights, autonomy, dignity, values, and beliefs while providing care. Participate in continuing education and maintain required clinical competencies.

Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of a Nursing Assistant Program required. Experience Previous healthcare experience preferred. Certifications Current Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant I (CNA I) or Certified Nursing Assistant II (CNA II) certification required. Current BLS (CPR) certification required.

Skills & Abilities Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Basic computer proficiency. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment. Physical Requirements This position requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, and other physical activities associated with direct patient care.

Candidates must be able to safely perform patient handling tasks and work in an environment that may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards. Why Join Our Team? Meaningful work that positively impacts patients and families. Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Comprehensive benefits package for eligible team members. Commitment to quality, safety, and excellence in patient care. Apply today to become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care and improving the health of our community. 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.