Patient Care Assistant (CNA) Nights
Company : Shriners Children's Florida
Location : Greenville, SC, 29605
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Company Overview
Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
Job Overview
Are you looking for a CNA opportunity where you can feel the difference you make in patients' lives? We have an opportunity for a Patient Care Assistant (CNA/ Certified Nursing Assistant) on our Inpatient Unit. This is a Full Time, 12 hour shift (36 hours per week) position. The hours are 7PM to 7AM with some weekend work assignments.. Our Inpatient Services Unit consistently ranks in the highest percentiles for patient satisfaction, and your nursing assistant expertise will contribute meaningfully to the lives of our pediatric orthopedic patients and their families. Additionally, you will be joining a stellar team of healthcare professionals made up of colleagues, orthopedic surgeons and leadership who are simply the best in their professions. Shriners Children's Greenville may be the best career decision you make this year. We can't wait to work with you!
Responsibilities
The Patient Care Assistant (CNA) assists in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This includes but is not limited to:
- Provides direct patient care and performs routine tasks as assigned.
- Organizes and prioritizes workload minimizing/eliminating undue delays, blacklogs, or disorder.
- Time management incorporates purposeful rounding; hourly during the day and every 2 hours during the night, anticipating patient and family needs jointly with the RN.
- Must consistently demonstrate caring and appropriate behavior when interacting with patients and families.
- Monitors the activities of patients and maintains a safe physical and psychosocial environment.
- Able to adapt to changes in workload or patient assignments.
- Assists patients as needed in attending Child Life Activities and special events.
- Ensures patient care areas are neat and clean.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements
High School Diploma /GED
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in state of SC
Basic Life Support (BLS) - or obtained within 3 months
Nursing Assistant experience
Preferred
One year of pediatric nursing assistant experience
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Frequently asked questions
Greenville’s healthcare sector, especially pediatric specialty units, often seeks night shift CNAs due to continuous patient needs during overnight hours. Facilities like Shriners Children’s Florida value certified nursing assistants who can handle the unique demands of pediatric patients, making night CNA roles competitively sought after locally.
Shriners Children’s Florida emphasizes multidisciplinary teamwork and a supportive environment focused on pediatric orthopedic care, fostering innovation and critical thinking. Unlike typical hospitals, their culture prioritizes compassionate interactions and continuous education, enhancing job satisfaction for CNAs working night shifts.
Emphasizing your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license valid in South Carolina and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is crucial. Additionally, pediatric nursing experience and skills in time management during overnight shifts can set you apart for night CNA roles in Greenville’s pediatric care settings.
Night shift CNAs typically focus more on monitoring patient safety and providing psychosocial support with fewer interruptions, requiring strong vigilance and adaptability. Unlike day shifts, night hours might demand increased time management to anticipate patient needs during quieter hospital periods.
Starting as a night CNA at Shriners Children’s Florida can open paths toward specialized pediatric nursing roles or leadership positions within patient care teams. Their commitment to education and innovation supports ongoing professional development, making it a solid foundation for growth.
Night CNAs in Greenville generally earn between $27,000 and $33,000 annually, slightly above some rural SC areas due to Greenville’s urban healthcare demand. Shriners Children’s Florida offers competitive wages aligned with regional standards and includes comprehensive benefits, enhancing overall compensation.
At Shriners Children’s Florida, night CNAs engage directly in pediatric orthopedic care within an environment that values integrity and resilience. The role offers a collaborative team atmosphere with orthopedic surgeons and specialized nurses, unique compared to typical nursing assistant jobs.
Yes, Shriners Children’s Florida invests in ongoing education and evidence-based practice training tailored for CNAs on night shifts. This includes support for adapting to pediatric patient needs during overnight hours and fostering critical thinking skills necessary for their specialized care model.