Nursing Assistant – CCU

Blanchard Valley Health System • Findlay, OH

95d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving indirect patient care and performing nursing functions.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current BLS CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in at least one of the following: Healthcare setting, direct patient care; Healthcare setting, non-direct patient care; Certified STNA; Student enrolled in a healthcare major.
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills.
• Strong technology, typing, and computer skills.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit/department.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
• Ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs.

Nice To Haves

• Medical terminology/medical training experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit/department to facilitate the identification and reporting of changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Assist with patient care and room preparation as directed by nursing staff or designee to address patient needs and safety.
• Orders and restocks patient care supplies as needed to provide adequate stock to meet daily patient care needs.
• Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and hospital compliance.
• Maintains all department and unit specific competencies for the provision of patient care.
• Displays Service Excellence as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote patient satisfaction.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees