Nursing Assistant

BHS•Lexington, KY

10d

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant works part-time on the night shift in the 2A ICU, a 21-bed medical/surgical ICU serving high-acuity medical ICU patients. The unit population includes patients receiving cardiac interventions and care for SARS, cardiogenic shock, Rotoprone, postpartum critical care, and other complex ICU needs, most with medical or cardiac diagnoses. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and related support. The role involves selected nursing procedures and routine duties that assist medical and nursing personnel in examining, treating, and caring for patients.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification, or successful completion of the first year of a nursing program with validation of clinical rotation.
Basic Life Support certification; applicants who do not already have it have 30 days from their hire date to provide proof of completion.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and positioning.
Obtains and documents vital signs, intake/output, weights, specimens, and other patient data.
Performs delegated clinical procedures such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, and venipuncture.
Assists with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures.
Performs clerical and unit coordination duties, including patient charts and physician orders.
Maintains supplies, equipment, and a safe patient care environment.
Responds to patient needs and emergency situations while providing compassionate, respectful care.