We are seeking experienced per diem medical-surgical certified nursing assistants (CNAs) to provide high- in a hospital setting. CNAs in this role will work in medical/surgical inpatient units, assisting registered nurses (RNs) with direct patient care and ensuring patient safety. They will perform a wide range of clinical and supportive tasks, including personal care, diagnostic support, treatment procedures, and monitoring patient conditions.

Shifts:

Midshift 3:30pm -12:00am (8hrs)
Night shift 7:30pm-8:00am  (12hrs)
Night shift 11:30pm -8:00am  (8hrs)

Pay Rate: $24-$25hr including $4.93 H&W 

Skills/Experience:

• Minimum two years of CNA experience, with at least six months in an acute care medical-surgical unit.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, referring to RNs when deviations or issues arise.
• Experience in monitoring patient conditions, assisting with diagnostic procedures, and responding to emergencies.
• Strong team collaboration skills to support RNs, physicians, and other healthcare providers.

Required Skills:

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including feeding, walking, dressing, turning, lifting, and hygiene care.
• Take, record, and report vital signs and changes in patient condition (e.g., diabetic coma, insulin shock, gastrointestinal hemorrhage).
• Assist in diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, liver biopsies, and bone marrow examinations.
• Prepare and transport specimens to the laboratory while ensuring proper labeling.
• Perform infection control procedures, including care for patients in isolation.
• Assist in oxygen therapy, suction therapy, chest therapy, and postural drainage.
• Provide basic life support (BLS) measures as needed.
• Document patient conditions and assist in completing admission histories.
• Conduct inventories upon patient admission and as needed.
• Perform contraband searches and ongoing safety evaluations in mental health units.
• Escort mental health patients to and from appointments.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in both inpatient medical/surgical and mental health settings.
• Strong understanding of universal precautions, infection control, and patient safety protocols.
• Ability to work in high-acuity settings, responding quickly to patient needs.
• Knowledge of hospital regulations for patient care and safety.

Degree Requirements:

• No formal degree required.
• Must have completed a state-approved nursing assistant training program.

Certification Requirements:

• Current CNA certification from any U.S. state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Acceptable alternative certifications:
• Patient Care Technician (PCT) Certification/License
• Intermediate Care Technician (ICT) Certification/License

NOTE: CNAs in this per diem role will serve as backup staff, working on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed hours. Shifts may vary, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on operational needs.

Essential HealthCare Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Accommodation requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to by Human Resources.