CNA - Med-Surg

Location: Boone, North Carolina |
Inpatient Setting | Non-Exempt

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll play an essential role in supporting patient care and comfort. Working under the direction of licensed nurses, you’ll provide hands‑on assistance that directly impacts patient experience, safety, and overall well‑being.

This position is ideal for someone compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering respectful, patient‑centered care in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Compensation: Starting at $18.05 per hour
, based on education and experience.
Shift Differentials: Available in addition to base pay.
Status: Non‑Exempt.
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement;
Career Pathways Program; wellness incentives through the Love Your Life program;
Employee‑to‑Employee (E2E) support program; and additional employee discounts. Benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment from new hire orientation.

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone, North Carolina offers exceptional outdoor recreation, vibrant community living, and outstanding quality of life.

Assist licensed nursing staff by preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for procedures.

Obtain, record, and report accurate patient information including vital signs.

Provide personal care including feeding, bathing, shaving, dressing, repositioning, and bed‑making.

Reinforce patient and family education as directed by nursing staff or physicians.

Monitor patient conditions and promptly report changes to licensed staff.

Maintain compliance with organizational standards and CNA scope of practice.

Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Support a safe, compassionate, and patient‑centered environment.

Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and integrity in high‑stress situations.

High School Diploma required

Successful completion of an accredited CNA program licensed in North Carolina

Previous CNA experience preferred but not required

Active Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) license in the State of North Carolina

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required at time of hire

Knowledge of CNA scope of practice and patient care procedures

Effective and courteous communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively within the healthcare team

Strong customer service mindset and commitment to patient dignity

Conflict resolution skills and emotional resilience

Proficiency with basic computer systems and electronic medical records (EMR)

Ability to lift, position, push, pull, and transfer patients or equipment weighing 50+ pounds

Manual dexterity and mobility for hands‑on patient care

Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking

Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and turning

Near visual acuity for detailed patient care tasks

Regular exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious materials

Frequent exposure to electrical/mechanical equipment and environmental hazards

Requires flexibility for irregular hours including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical stamina for long shifts and frequent patient mobilization

Exposure to repetitive motion tasks and occasional confined spaces

UNC Health Appalachian values diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to a fair, respectful hiring process. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen.