Nurse Assistant I (NA) & Unit Secretary - Med/Surg Unit A
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant I (NA) & Unit Secretary provides direct patient care on a medical/surgical unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), participates in implementing the nursing process, and performs special procedures as directed. The role helps maintain a safe and therapeutic environment and ensures patient information is communicated accurately and promptly. The position also involves professional communication with the care team, patients, and families, and providing age- and developmentally appropriate care according to applicable guidelines. The position is full time, with 36 hours per week on three 12-hour shifts from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Weekend and holiday work is required. The listed pay range is $19.80 to $29.70.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Completion of an applicable state-approved Nurse Aide I course.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to perform effectively amid frequent workload changes and competing demands.
- Basic computer skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and participate in implementation of the nursing process.
- Perform special procedures correctly under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Create and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, self, coworkers, and the facility.
- Ensure complete, accurate, and timely communication of patient information.
- Communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with the team, coworkers, patients, and family members.
- Take personal responsibility and initiative for performance, professional growth, and development.
- Provide age- and developmentally appropriate patient care in accordance with the applicable Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Premium pay may be available for shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
