Certified Nursing Assistant CNA Per Diem PRN - from $13 to $29 per hour
Nursa9 months ago
Lincoln Park, NJ, United States
On-site
Temporary
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join our growing network of dedicated and experienced certified nursing assistants (CNAs) with Nursa. A nursing assistant working with Nursa provides basic care and helps patients with activities of daily living under the supervision of a licensed nurse across diverse settings such as nursing and residential care facilities, long-term care centers, assisted living facilities, hospitals, and home healthcare services. Location: Lincoln Park, New Jersey.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding, and walking or exercising
- Record vital signs, height, and weight
- Measure and record dietary intake and output
- Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention
- Document all care provided and refused and submit paperwork
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of care
- Transport patients to treatment units, operating rooms, or other areas using wheelchairs, stretchers, or movable beds
- Clean and sanitize patients’ clothing, rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other areas, maintaining safety standards and infection control procedures
Required Qualifications
- Completing a nurse assistant course that meets state requirements
- Passing the respective state’s competency exam and obtaining a certification or license—if applicable
- Following oral and written instructions
- Working as part of a team
- Providing compassionate and reliable care
- Communicating effectively within a team
Requirements: To work as a nursing assistant, an individual generally has to obtain a high school diploma or equivalent and complete a state-approved CNA program, including passing a competency examination. Additional state-specific requirements may apply.
Benefits & Perks
- Get paid instantly with Nursa Direct: Access your earnings as soon as your shift is verified.
- Stay covered with Hooray Health: Explore affordable supplemental coverage for peace of mind between shifts.
- Train confidently with ShiftReady: Complete facility-required training and skill refreshers before your next assignment.
- Simplify taxes with Keeper Tax: Automatically track deductions and manage write-offs throughout the year.
Required Skills
Patient Care
Infection Control
Assisting with Activities of Daily Living
Vital Signs Recording
Medical Equipment Handling
Team Collaboration
Documentation