Nurse Assistant (Med/Surg) Washington Regional Physicians' Specialty Hospital (Full-Time, 7p-7a)

Washington Regional Medical System • Fayetteville, AR

2h • Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Nurse Assistant reports to the Unit Manager and Director of Nursing. This position, under close supervision of a licensed nurse, is responsible for assisting the nursing staff in caring for patients. This position assists in achieving patient quality of care, national patient safety, regulatory agency, and budgetary goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• CPR within 90 days of employment, required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an acute care setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic hygiene needs
• Obtain vital signs and document into the electronic medical records system
• Assist with ambulation, patient mobility, and transport
• Assist patient with meals, as needed
• Transport medications and blood products, including sealed medication trays for crash cart exchange, as needed
• Assist with clerical support duties including, data entry, order entry, and maintaining departmental supplies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees