CNA / GNA / CAREGIVER

Job Description

Job Description

Reports To :

Nurse Supervisor / Registered Nurse / Healthcare Manager

Job Summary :

The CNA / GNA / Caregiver is responsible for providing direct patient care and support under the supervision of nursing staff. This role assists patients with daily activities, monitors vital signs, and ensures a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for individuals in need of care.

Key Responsibilities :

Assist residents or patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding

Measure and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight)

Help patients with mobility, including transferring from beds to wheelchairs and repositioning

Monitor and report changes in patient’s physical or emotional condition to nursing staff

Ensure patient rooms are clean, organized, and safe

Provide companionship and emotional support

Assist with meal preparation and feeding if needed

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations

Follow infection control protocols and proper hygiene procedures

Document care provided using appropriate systems or charts

Participate in training and continuing education as required

Qualifications :

Valid CNA or GNA certification (state-Maryland)

CPR / First Aid certification

Previous experience in caregiving or healthcare (preferred but not always required)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Compassionate, patient, and dependable

Physically able to lift, move, or support patients as needed

Work Environment :

May work in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or private homes

Requires physical effort including standing, walking, bending, and lifting

May involve exposure to bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Schedule :

Full-time, part-time, or per diem

Day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required