CNA - Neuro-Telemetry Unit - 4B

CNA
- Neuro-Telemetry Unit - 4B
- Full time
- Day

Job Category :
Patient Care-Non RN

Requisition Number : CNATE
012539

• Posted :
  August 24, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $19.57 USD to $27.77 USD

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Job Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) functions within the Scope of Practice outlined by the Maryland Board of Nursing. The C.N.A assists the Registered Nurse and interdisciplinary team in the safe delivery of quality patient care, while supporting unit operations.

This position supports the Frederick Health mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the Frederick Health Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the Frederick Health Standards of Behavior.

Unit

Description:

Our 33-bed adult and geriatric telemetry unit provides specialized care for patients who require continuous cardiac monitoring during their hospital stay. We care for a diverse patient population, including those with cardiac conditions, stroke, renal disorders, and post-surgical needs requiring cardiac monitoring.

Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative environment where nurses develop storing assessment, critical thinking, and cardiac monitoring skills. Working closely with physicians, therapists, pharmacists, and care management, we provide comprehensive care while supporting one another as a team.

Whether you're an experienced telemetry nurse or looking to grow your clinical expertise, our unit offers the opportunity to care for complex patients, expand your knowledge and make a meaningful impact on the lives of adult and geriatric patients every day.

Additionally, all of our nurses receive their NIH stroke certification training along with advanced life support certification while working on the unit.

We are proud to be designated as a Magnet® nursing hospital and named A Great Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s.

Essential Functions:

• In a team relationship with a registered nurse, and under the instruction, direction, and supervision of a nurse, the CNA shall:
  • Collect and record routine health data that is defined but not limited to cultural, religious and socioeconomic background and activities of daily living.
  • Orally report the health status data as required by the nurse.
  • Provide feedback to the nurse regarding the nurse-directed plan of care, which is being implemented.
  • Provide feedback to the nurse about the patient’s expressed wishes concerning the plan of care.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living as delegated by the nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Morning, evening, and general care to include bathing, mouth care, hair care, shaving, and skin care according to individual patient needs.
  • Repositioning patients to prevent skin breakdown.
  • Ensuring patients are out of bed and ambulated according to physician orders and RN direction.
  • Preparing for and assisting patients with meals, nourishments and beverages.
• Perform interventions as delegated by a registered nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Hourly rounding to include the 4 P’s:
    Pain, Potty, Personal Needs;
    Possessions.
  • Blood glucose testing, vital signs, pulse oximetry, height, weight, SCD’s, indwelling urinary catheter removal, indwelling peripheral intravenous catheter removal, simple wound care to uncomplicated healing surgical wounds, and/or other equipment required by each department.
• Record routine data and care provided on appropriate documents.
• Identify the need for assistance and request assistance when the CAN is unsure about the condition; does not know how to do an activity; or is working in a new practice setting.
• Report the patient’s response and the patient’s progress to the nurse at…