Nursing Assistant

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant - 4th Floor Telemetry

Full-Time 7p - 7a

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.