Nurse Assistant Med Surg 4 West
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant provides care to patients on the 4 West medical-surgical unit according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The 50-bed unit provides care for medical and surgical patients, including colorectal, bariatric, otolaryngology, urology, ophthalmology, orthopedic, trauma, and general surgical patients. The role also includes safely transporting patients by wheelchair or stretcher, providing dispatch services and documenting services, serving as an observer for patients requiring constant in-person or remote video monitoring, and performing receptionist and clerical duties to support the nursing unit. Care provided is documented in the electronic medical record. The position is based at Troy Hospital. New hires must attend a full, consecutive week of corporate orientation, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The regular schedule is 36 hours per week, 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with days worked Sunday through Saturday and every third weekend.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
- Current CNA certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
- Provide dispatch services and document services provided.
- Provide constant observation for patients assessed as requiring it, in person or via remote video monitoring, to maximize patient safety.
- Perform receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
- Document care provided in the electronic medical record.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
- Up to $1,500 sign-on bonus for qualifying new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
