Hospital Nursing Assistant (Nights)

Riverwood Healthcare Center

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides compassionate and high-quality personal care and prescribed medical treatments to patients at Riverwood Health Care Center, in accordance with the scope of practice for a nursing assistant. Performs all duties under the supervision and delegation of a registered nurse, ensuring adherence to established care plans and facility protocols.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Current and active registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is highly preferred but not required for candidates who have already completed high school or obtained a GED.
If currently enrolled in high school, the individual must have an active CNA registration or obtain CNA certification within six (6) months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred; may be required upon hire based on departmental needs.
Current Nursing Assistant (NA) registration with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing highly preferred.
Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or ability to obtain during orientation

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Delivers safe and compassionate patient care by maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment.
Reports near-miss events and actual incidents promptly to appropriate personnel.
Provides continuous 1:1 patient observation as assigned to ensure safety and comfort.
Manages the unit desk area by answering phones, transferring calls, and responding to call lights.
Completes paging requests and communicates messages as needed.
Documents patient information accurately in medical records, graphic charts, and flow sheets per policy.
Reports significant changes in patient condition promptly to the RN.
Shares relevant updates with team members and the charge nurse for coordinated care.
Assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, grooming, and toileting.
Measures and records vital signs and blood glucose levels as directed.
Applies oxygen therapy as instructed by the RN.
Supports patient nutrition by delivering trays, setting up meals, and feeding when needed.
Monitors and records accurate intake and output.
Aids in ambulation and safely transport patients to other departments.
Provides non-invasive treatments including applying ice packs and warm compresses.
Collects, labels, and transports lab specimens following standard procedures.
Restocks medical supplies and maintains the cleanliness of utility rooms.
Safeguards patient information and maintains confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Assists with patient discharge by gathering belongings and helping the patient to their vehicle.
Takes responsibility for professional development by completing required education and training.
Demonstrate respectful and courteous behavior with patients, families, and colleagues.
Follow all safety protocols and use appropriate safety equipment.
Reports any safety hazards to maintain a secure work environment.