Nurse Assistant - MS1A Neuro Stroke - Days
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant provides direct, basic patient care activities under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, with the primary objective of improving quality. The role also includes caring for and cleaning specific equipment, stocking supplies and equipment, and transporting patients, supplies, and equipment. The position is on the 24-bed MS1A Neuro Stroke unit at St. Mary Medical Center and is part-time, with a 12-hour day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Nurse Assistant performs direct and indirect patient care according to RN instructions, physician orders, and applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. The role supports patient safety through hourly rounding, environmental safety checks, patient and family education about safety precautions, repositioning, toileting assistance, and attention to personal needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- PA Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) status or completion of at least one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program.
- One year of relevant experience and/or relevant certification (EMT) may be considered in lieu of the required certification or clinical rotation.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Responsibilities
- Perform direct and indirect patient care activities in accordance with RN instructions, physician orders, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Obtain supplies from designated supply rooms to prepare patient rooms for admissions and clear them after discharge or transfer.
- Feed patients, follow dysphagia precautions, and calculate and record intake and output.
- Collect specimens, including routine and clean-catch urine, Foley specimens, and stool specimens for C. difficile testing.
- Apply heat and cold packs, ACE wraps, slings, binders, protective devices, and orthopedic devices.
- Participate in hourly rounding programs and schedules to promote patient safety and reduce patient harm.
- Observe the environment for safety concerns and inform patients and families about safety precautions.
- Turn and reposition patients, proactively assist with toileting, and address personal needs.
- Seek assistance from the Nurse Manager or designee for conflict resolution.
- Care for and clean specified equipment, stock supplies and equipment, and transport patients, supplies, and equipment.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance, and voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity, available from the first day of employment.
- Flexible schedules to support work/life balance.
- Free onsite parking.
- Referral Rewards Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
