<p>Overview</p> <p>At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.</p> <p>As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.</p> <p>What sets SCA Health apart isn't just what we do, it's how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:</p> <ul> <li>Clinical quality </li><li>Integrity </li><li>Service excellence </li><li>Teamwork </li><li>Accountability </li><li>Continuous improvement </li><li>Inclusion </li></ul> <p>Our values aren't empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you'll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.</p> <p>At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.</p> <p>Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in the Admissions and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) of the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role assists nursing staff with patient preparation, recovery, and discharge processes while reinforcing SCA's commitment to clinical quality, service excellence, and teamwork.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Patient Care Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with patient admissions, including vital signs, height/weight, and documentation as directed </li><li>Prepare patients for surgery (gowning, belongings management, comfort measures) </li><li>Provide post-procedure support in PACU under RN direction (monitoring, positioning, hygiene needs) </li><li>Assist with patient discharge processes, including transport and instructions reinforcement </li><li>Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times </li><li>Duties as designated </li></ul> <p>Clinical & Operational Support</p> <ul> <li>Ensure patient bays/rooms are stocked, clean, organized, and prepared for patient care </li><li>Maintain a safe, clutter-free environment to support efficient workflow and reduce fall/safety risks </li><li>Perform routine environmental cleaning between patients in accordance with ASC and infection control standards </li><li>Remove garbage, linen, and waste promptly to maintain cleanliness and readiness of care areas </li><li>Manage regulated medical waste, including proper handling, packaging, and disposal in accordance with OSHA and facility policies </li><li>Monitor and maintain sharps containers, ensuring they are safely used, not overfilled, and replaced per protocol </li></ul> <p>Infection Control & PPE</p> <ul> <li>Consistently adhere to infection prevention protocols, including hand hygiene and standard precautions </li><li>Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on task and exposure risk </li><li>Support compliance with all AAAHC standards and ASC infection control and patient safety protocols and policies </li></ul> <p>Point-of-Care (POC) Testing Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with point-of-care testing as directed, including: </li><li>Pregnancy testing </li><li>Hemoglobin testing </li><li>Blood glucose monitoring </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Required</p> <ul> <li>High school education or equivalent (GED) </li><li>Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (State of Delaware or applicable state); preferred </li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification </li><li>Previous healthcare experience preferred </li></ul> <p>Skills & Competencies</p> <ul> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment </li><li>Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety </li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks and support efficient patient throughput </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>Ability to stand, walk and assist with patient transport throughout shift up to seven (7) hours of an eight (8) hour shift; frequent bending, stooping, and crouching</p> </li><li> <p>Lifting requirements:</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 10 lbs. - 100% of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 25 lbs. - 2/3 of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 50 lbs. with assistance - up to 1/3 of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to lift and reposition patients with assistance/equipment as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Manual dexterity sufficient for clinical support tasks</p> </li></ul> <p>USD $16.00/Hr. USD $18.00/Hr.</p> <p>Required</p> <ul> <li>High school education or equivalent (GED) </li><li>Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (State of Delaware or applicable state); preferred </li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) certification </li><li>Previous healthcare experience preferred </li></ul> <p>Skills & Competencies</p> <ul> <li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment </li><li>Attention to detail and commitment to patient safety </li><li>Ability to prioritize tasks and support efficient patient throughput </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li> <p>Ability to stand, walk and assist with patient transport throughout shift up to seven (7) hours of an eight (8) hour shift; frequent bending, stooping, and crouching</p> </li><li> <p>Lifting requirements:</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 10 lbs. - 100% of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 25 lbs. - 2/3 of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Up to 50 lbs. with assistance - up to 1/3 of the time</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to lift and reposition patients with assistance/equipment as needed</p> </li><li> <p>Manual dexterity sufficient for clinical support tasks</p> </li></ul> <p>The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports safe, efficient, and patient-centered care in the Admissions and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) of the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role assists nursing staff with patient preparation, recovery, and discharge processes while reinforcing SCA's commitment to clinical quality, service excellence, and teamwork.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Patient Care Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with patient admissions, including vital signs, height/weight, and documentation as directed </li><li>Prepare patients for surgery (gowning, belongings management, comfort measures) </li><li>Provide post-procedure support in PACU under RN direction (monitoring, positioning, hygiene needs) </li><li>Assist with patient discharge processes, including transport and instructions reinforcement </li><li>Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times </li><li>Duties as designated </li></ul> <p>Clinical & Operational Support</p> <ul> <li>Ensure patient bays/rooms are stocked, clean, organized, and prepared for patient care </li><li>Maintain a safe, clutter-free environment to support efficient workflow and reduce fall/safety risks </li><li>Perform routine environmental cleaning between patients in accordance with ASC and infection control standards </li><li>Remove garbage, linen, and waste promptly to maintain cleanliness and readiness of care areas </li><li>Manage regulated medical waste, including proper handling, packaging, and disposal in accordance with OSHA and facility policies </li><li>Monitor and maintain sharps containers, ensuring they are safely used, not overfilled, and replaced per protocol </li></ul> <p>Infection Control & PPE</p> <ul> <li>Consistently adhere to infection prevention protocols, including hand hygiene and standard precautions </li><li>Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) based on task and exposure risk </li><li>Support compliance with all AAAHC standards and ASC infection control and patient safety protocols and policies </li></ul> <p>Point-of-Care (POC) Testing Support</p> <ul> <li>Assist with point-of-care testing as directed, including: </li><li>Pregnancy testing </li><li>Hemoglobin testing </li><li>Blood glucose monitoring </li></ul>