Nursing Assistant I - Progressive Care Unit

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Dr. Phillips Hospital is a 48-bed unit that provides specialized care for patients who are too stable for the intensive care unit but require more monitoring and medical attention than can be provided on a standard floor. Patients treated in this unit include post-surgical patients, respiratory patients (COPD, Pneumonia, non-invasive ventilation), sepsis/infections, and chronic illness exacerbations (diabetes, kidney failure). PCUs bridge the gap between ICU and standard care units by providing telemetry, continuous monitoring, and specialized nursing for patients who are improving but still at risk for complications, ensuring a seamless transition in care and patient safety and recovery. Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital is recognized as a “Best Regional Hospital” by U.S. News & World Report and a “Best Place to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare. It is an award-winning, full-service medical/surgical facility serving southwest Orange County and Orlando’s tourist population since 1985, with 285 beds, a highly qualified team, and advanced technology in areas like diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular care, orthopedic care, surgical services, and emergency medicine. In 2025, the onsite Team Member Wellness Center opened, featuring a state-of-the-art fitness facility, a dedicated tranquility space, and wellness activities.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must obtain BLS/Healthcare Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
Prior experience in a healthcare/medical setting preferred

Responsibilities

Assists patient with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination and nutritional needs
Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients.
Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed.
Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Orlando Health specific policies and guidelines.
Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team.
Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients.
Provides exceptional service and or care to all patients, families, customers and team members.
Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Orlando Health and unit specific competencies.
Maintains a clean, neat, safe and organized nursing unit.
Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights and guest requests.
Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.