Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg/Per Diem

Nursing Assistant-Certified Nursing Assistant Med Surg/Per Diem at Christus Health summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides basic patient care under nursing supervision, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. Responsibilities include assisting with patient mobility, monitoring vital signs, and supporting daily living activities while adhering to safety and infection control standards. The role requires BLS certification, completion of a nursing assistant course, and physical stamina to manage patient care tasks and emergency situations.

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. Specialty certifications as required by each unit.

SKILLS: Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.

EXPERIENCE : Six months in a healthcare related field preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to : Director/Manager, Nursing Unit

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogens - B

Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Keywords:

Certified Nursing Assistant, patient care, basic nursing duties, BLS certification, medical-surgical support, healthcare assistant, patient mobility, infection control, clinical support, nursing aide

Client-provided location(s): Santa Fe, NM

Job ID: 5491442622

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-11T00:00:00