Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA), Night Shift, Med Surg

Shady Grove Medical Center seeks to hire an experienced certified nursing assistant for our Med Surg unit who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing.

• Perform various service duties and routine technical tasks such as vital signs and activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Specific duties may vary by area of assignment.
• Consideration of the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations is required.
• Participates in department and organizational education programs, meetings, committees, and professional initiatives.
• Commits to personal, professional development in order to adapt effectively to ongoing change.
• Presents a positive and professional image to represent nursing and the organization.
• Follows the care plan as established and delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Receives report from the Registered Nurse.
• Ensures a culture of safety.
• Identifies resources necessary for safe delivery of patient care.
• Appropriately utilizes resources.
• Identifies and reports malfunctioning/expired equipment and supplies.
• Ensures work areas and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately.

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a CNA or first year Nursing School Program and successful completion of the CNA exam required.
• Maryland CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) License required.
• Must be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the State of Maryland and be on the State of Maryland Registry.
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English in order to communicate effectively.
• Physical ability to meet job requirements of lifting, bending and turning.
• Experience in acute care clinical setting preferred.

• Employment Type:
  
  Full‑time
• Hours per Week: 36 hrs/week
• Shift Type:
  Nights
• Weekend Requirements:
  Every other weekend rotation
• Holiday Requirements:
  Follow company holiday calendar
• Shift Differential Eligible:
  Yes
• Pay Range: $19.21 - $24.90
• If the salary range is listed as $0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.
• Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:
  United States of America (Non‑Exempt).

• Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Free Employee parking
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
• Employer-paid short‑term and long‑term disability, basic life insurance, and AD&D; short‑term disability buy‑up available
• Paid Time Off
• Employer retirement contribution and match after 1‑year of eligible employment with a 3‑year vesting period
• Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long‑term care and critical illness & accident insurance
• Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

Adventist Health Care strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.

Adventist Health Care is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission‑centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Adventist Health Care will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist Health Care will also provide accommodations for applicants’ religious beliefs. Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.