Nursing Aide Surgical 5th Floor
About The Position
The Nursing Aide assists licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care and maintaining the nursing unit environment, under the direction of a Registered Nurse and within the defined scope of practice. The role provides for patients’ personal care and safety needs promptly under licensed staff supervision, including procedures and testing specified in the patient plan of care. The aide helps maintain an orderly unit with adequate supplies and equipment, communicates to support patient care and unit operations, and facilitates patient admissions, discharges, and transfers according to established policies and procedures. This position is on the 24-bed Surgical 5 unit at Trenton Hospital, which primarily serves surgical and trauma patients, including bariatric, general, trauma, and gynecological patients, as well as patients with other medical conditions. The unit can monitor up to eight patients using portable telemetry monitors. The hospital is Magnet-designated and has Level II trauma and stroke certification.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience.
- Current CNA certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed nursing staff in providing direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and within the defined scope of practice.
- Provide for patients’ personal care and safety needs promptly under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
- Perform specific procedures and patient testing addressed in the patient plan of care.
- Maintain an orderly unit environment with sufficient supplies and equipment.
- Communicate effectively to support patient care and the efficient operation of the unit.
- Facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $750 for eligible new hires.
- Comprehensive benefits package intended to support financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
