Nursing Assistant I, Surgical - Bayfront Hospital

Orlando Health•St. Petersburg, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant I performs general patient care under the direction and supervision of a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. The role is part-time, day shift, in the Surgical department at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida. The position supports patients with daily care needs, maintains a safe and organized environment, records patient information, and communicates relevant observations to the healthcare team.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must obtain BLS/Healthcare Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs.
Provide routine treatments and maintain a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
Maintain the safety and security of patients, families, self, and other healthcare team members.
Protect patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
Follow standard precautions and wash hands between patients.
Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
Take and record temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, and food and fluid intake and output as directed.
Obtain data and accurately document pertinent patient information according to Orlando Health policies and guidelines.
Recognize and communicate relevant information and safety concerns about patient condition to the RN or other healthcare team members.
Participate in handoff reports and purposeful hourly patient rounding.
Provide exceptional service or care to patients, families, customers, and team members.
Demonstrate competency in tasks and skills defined by Orlando Health and unit-specific competencies.
Maintain a clean, neat, safe, and organized nursing unit.
Receive and process incoming phone calls, patient call lights, and guest requests.
Transport and deliver items, equipment, blood products, and medications throughout the facility, excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance and comply with Orlando Health policies and applicable standards.
Support and participate in planned changes.
Participate in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
Demonstrate awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory and accrediting standards.
Use time and resources effectively and efficiently.
Attend hospital and unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy, and complete mandatory training.
Apply knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care based on growth and development across the life span.
Assess patient-status data and interpret information needed to identify age-specific care requirements.