Nurse Assistant - MS1D Oncology - Nights
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant provides direct, basic patient care under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse, with the primary objective of improving quality. The role also includes caring for and cleaning specified equipment, stocking supplies and equipment, and transporting patients, supplies, and equipment. The position is on the MS1D Med/Surg Oncology unit at St. Mary Medical Center, which cares for oncology and chemotherapy patients and has 16 private-room beds. The listed shift is a 12-hour night shift, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Although the posting header says full time, the detailed employment information identifies the role as Per Diem Tier III, with a minimum commitment of 144 hours per six-week schedule, four weekend shifts per schedule, one winter holiday, and one spring/summer holiday.
Requirements
- High school graduate 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, such as EMT, may be considered in lieu of the required certification or clinical rotation.
- BLS certification required.
- For Per Diem Tier III: minimum commitment of 144 hours per six-week schedule, four weekend shifts per six-week schedule, one winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, or New Year's Day), and one spring/summer holiday (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or Labor Day).
Responsibilities
- Perform direct and indirect patient care activities according to RN instructions, physician orders, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Obtain supplies from designated supply rooms so patient rooms are prepared for admissions and cleared after discharges or transfers.
- Feed patients, follow dysphagia precautions, and calculate and record intake and output.
- Collect specimens, including routine urine, clean-catch and Foley urine, and stool specimens for C. diff testing.
- Apply heat and cold packs, Ace wraps, slings, binders, protective devices, and orthopedic devices.
- Participate in hourly rounding to support patient safety and reduce harm; observe for environmental safety, 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.
- Provide care for and clean specified equipment, stock supplies and equipment, and transport patients, supplies, and equipment.
Benefits
- Work/life balance with flexible schedules.
- Free onsite parking.
- Referral Rewards Program.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
