Certified Nurse Assistant; CNA), Surgical Services

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) – Surgical Services (5 Central) Job Summary

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of Medical Center professionals in inpatient or outpatient settings or in a patient’s home.

• Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.
• Licensure:
  Certified Nursing Aide certification (CNA) through the Virginia Board of Nursing. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Job requires frequently bending or stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift, push or pull 20–50 lbs and >100 lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood or body fluids and infectious disease.

Position Compensation Range: $15.37–$23.82 hourly.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings.
• Health Savings Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Certification and education support.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. UVA Health University Medical Center is high performing in five adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. UVA Health Children’s is the best children’s hospital in Virginia. UVA Health encompasses three community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.