Certified Nursing Assistant - Intensive Care Unit

Certified Nursing Assistant – Intensive Care Unit Overview

The Meritus Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a 24‑bed high‑acuity unit serving a diverse patient population with a wide range of complex and critical health needs. As a Nursing Assistant on our ICU team, you will support the delivery of essential patient care in a fast‑paced environment while embodying our core values of Integrity, Quality, Community, and Teamwork
. This role is vital in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and continuity of care during some of the most critical moments of a patient’s life.

• Integrity – We uphold honesty, accountability, and ethical practice in every aspect of patient care.
• Quality – we strive for the highest standards of patient safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Community – We build trusting relationships with patients, families, and each other—honoring the privilege of caring for members of our community during their most vulnerable moments.
• Teamwork – Critical care requires collaboration. We value each team member’s contribution, maintain a strong rapport with our intensivist team, and work closely with respiratory and physical therapy to provide excellent, patient‑centered care.

• Provide patients’ personal care, comfort, and dignity.
• Assist with bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, and elimination needs.
• Collect specimens, obtain vital signs, administer enemas, perform non‑sterile dressings, assist with surgical prep, and apply heat/ice treatments as directed by the licensed nurse.
• Document all care provided according to department standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Respond promptly to call lights and anticipate patient needs through regular rounding.
• Communicate patient observations to the nurse assigned to the patient.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect for patient rights, values, and beliefs.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred;
  Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Program required.
• Experience: Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Licensure / Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State of Maryland;
  Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to apply professional nursing standards with compassion and empathy.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced clinical environment.
• Physical & Mental Requirements:
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry varying weights as required for patient care (1–50+ lbs).
  • Frequent standing, walking, and positioning of patients.
  • Fine hand/eye coordination and hearing acuity required.
  • Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks and manage multiple priorities.
  • Exposure possible to blood, body fluids, and hazardous materials in accordance with safety standards.

• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Diverse patient population offering opportunities for skill development.
• Meaningful work that directly contributes to patient recovery and well‑being.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Meritus Health.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well‑being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following the date of hire, along with life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, plus a 401(k) plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program.

Employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Located in Chambersburg, PA. Salary range: $18.25–$28.44 per hour. Position is full‑time and entry level.