Nursing Assistant (NA)

Select Medical•Saint Louis, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture between Select Medical and SSM Health, is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant (NA) to join their team in Richmond Heights, MO. This full-time position offers 12-hour shifts (day or night) with a schedule of 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM, including every third weekend in rotation. The hospital specializes in providing exceptional care for individuals with a wide range of complex conditions, including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputations, and multiple traumas. The company is dedicated to supporting employee career growth and personal well-being through comprehensive orientation, generous PTO, robust health benefits, and investment in future education.

Requirements

Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Hospital experience, certification as a nursing assistant preferred (maybe required based on some state requirements)
Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process and are to be completed before an employee's first day of work.

Responsibilities

Obtaining vital signs, height, weight and demographic data.
Assisting patients with personal and daily care, such as bathing (bed bath, chair at sink, tub and shower), oral hygiene, shaving and hair care.
Delivering meals and snacks, feeding patients who are unable to feed themselves and documenting oral intake, including supplements.
Turning and positioning immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment; participating in mobility program.
Answering patient call lights and performing services that add to the physical well-being of the patient.
Transportation of the patients to designated areas, such as to and from various treatment centers.