Patient Care Technician PRN

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Med/Surg Unit supports nursing staff by assisting patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and basic clinical tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The CNA contributes to patient safety, comfort, and care coordination while promoting a clean and efficient unit environment.

Essential Functions

• Provides personal care including bathing, grooming, toileting, and oral hygiene.
• Assists with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and use of mobility aids.
• Takes and records vital signs, weights, and intake/output accurately.
• Supports patient admission, transfer, and discharge activities.
• Responds promptly to call lights, patient needs, and RN/LPN directions.
• Prepares patient rooms, maintains cleanliness, and manages basic environmental tasks.
• Assists with feeding, tray delivery/removal, and dietary support.
• Performs delegated routine procedures (e.g., enemas, hot/cold therapy) under RN direction.
• Applies and monitors use of restraints under appropriate supervision.
• Provides emotional support and maintains patient dignity.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer literacy and documentation proficiency.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and universal precautions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively under supervision.
• Able to stand/walk for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and compassion in all interactions.

Populations Served

• Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics

Protected Health Information

• Access to patient health and demographic data required for care delivery.

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to blood, bodily fluids, hazardous materials, and varying patient conditions. Requires use of PPE and adherence to safety standards.

Education

• Completion of a state-approved nursing assistant training program.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within time frame required by facility policy
• De-escalation training required within time frame required by facility policy.

Experience

• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care or long-term care setting preferred.