CNA Med Surg - Certified Nursing Assistant Per Diem PRN - $24.08 per hour

Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) looking for great-paying and completely flexible per diem hospital work? We are so excited to have multiple hospital shift opportunities for you throughout the Chattanooga, Tennessee area! If you are interested in per diem hospital opportunities, have the experience listed below, and live in the Chattanooga metro area, then fill out this form and our team will reach out to you with further instructions if you meet the facility’s necessary criteria.

CNA Med Surg Responsibilities:

• Assist nurses and healthcare team members in delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced Med-Surg setting
• Take vital signs, monitor patient conditions, and report any changes to the nursing staff
• Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and feeding patients
• Support patient mobility and transfers while maintaining proper body mechanics
• Document patient information accurately and maintaining medical records
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide holistic patient care

*Please note that responsibilities are at the discretion of the facility and may vary

Facility Requirements

• 6 months of hospital CNA experience or 2 years of long-term care CNA experience in the last 2 years
• Current, active CNA certification in this state
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Ability to provide physical assistance to patients as needed
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and critical-thinking skills
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on facility needs
• Reliable transportation and the ability to travel to different healthcare facilities within the area

CNA Med Surg Qualifications:

Here are basic qualifications and important skills for nursing assistants working with Nursa:

• Completing a nurse assistant course that meets state requirements
• Passing the respective state’s competency exam and obtaining a certification or license—if applicable
• Following oral and written instructions
• Working as part of a team
• Providing compassionate and reliable care
• Communicating effectively within a team

CNA Med Surg benefits:

CNAs who pick up shifts with Nursa enjoy more than flexibility—they gain real advantages that make every shift easier and every payday faster.

• Get paid instantly with Nursa Direct: Access your earnings as soon as your shift is verified.
• Stay covered with Hooray Health: Explore affordable supplemental coverage for peace of mind between shifts.
• Train confidently with ShiftReady: Complete facility-required training and skill refreshers before your next assignment.
• Simplify taxes with Keeper Tax: Automatically track deductions and manage write-offs throughout the year.

These benefits are designed to help you take control of your work, your time, and your financial future.

Get started in minutes:

With Nursa, you decide when, where, and how often you work. Joining takes only a few minutes—no long applications, no staffing agency paperwork.

• Create your free account: Download the app or sign up online.
• Upload your licenses and certifications: Verify your credentials once.
• Complete free background checks: Meet basic facility vetting requirements quickly.
• Add your payment information: Set up your preferred payout method to get paid fast.
• Make your profile stand out: Highlight your nursing experience and skills.
• Request shifts: Browse openings near you and start earning fast.

About required CNA license:

Requirements to work as a nursing assistant can vary significantly from state to state. To become a certified nursing assistant (CNA), an individual generally has to obtain a high school diploma or equivalent and/or complete a state-approved CNA program. Other typical requirements include completing an application, paying required fees, and passing a nursing assistant competency examination. Each state also has particular requirements for maintaining a certification active and/or renewing certification.

About Location:

Chattanooga, Tennessee offers healthcare professionals an exciting and rewarding opportunity to engage in per diem jobs. RNs, LPNs, CNAs, and allied professionals are able to benefit significantly from such positions. Encompassing a wide selection of shifts, these positions allow the individual to gain flexible working hours and long-term contracts. The role of the healthcare professional in Chattanooga is to be an integral part of the treatment process, providing patient care under direct guidance from the medical staff.

Tennessee, known as the Volunteer State, is characterized by a diverse healthcare setting that blends high-tech urban centers with autonomous Appalachian rural care. With a low cost of living and access to nature, Tennessee is a great place for maximizing your nursing career.