Nursing Assistant

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant - Progressive Care Unit

Part-Time 7a - 7p

Will be required to cover duties as a Unit Secretary and undergo cross-training.

The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

• •Obtains and documents reported height and weighs patient on admission and documents.
• •Turns and positions patients every 2 hours as indicated, using proper body mechanics.
• •Assists and promotes activity, ambulation, up in chair and other activities as ordered.
• •Assists patients with personal hygiene, including as showering, bathing, shaving, shampooing, perianal-care, catheter care and oral care.
• •Takes and records vital signs accurately within established time frame.
• •Consistently performs hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and promote customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• •High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• •Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• •Certified Nursing License (CNA) preferred.
• •Six months experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred. ​

Benefits:

• •​Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• •Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• •Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• •Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• •Employee Assistance Program
• •Retirement plans with company match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.