Nursing Assistant Wilson and BGH
About The Position
United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a compassionate and reliable Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care, including assistance with mobility, hygiene, meals, and monitoring vital signs. You’ll be an essential part of the care team, ensuring patients feel safe, supported, and respected throughout their stay. In this role, every connection you make matters—from offering a reassuring word to responding promptly to a call light. Your attention to detail and empathy help create a healing environment where patients and families feel cared for. If you're ready to make a meaningful difference every day, we want to hear from you.
Requirements
- Completion of a Nurse’s Aide program
- Previous hospital or health care experience.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Responsibilities
- Provide basic patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living and attending to patients’ personal needs to ensure comfort and dignity
- Assist patients with eating and hydration by opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the registered nurse (RN)
- Measure and accurately record vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiratory rate, along with patient weight and intake/output documentation
- Ensure a positive patient experience by maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment; perform patient rounding according to established standards
- Communicate regularly and effectively with nursing staff regarding changes or observations in patient condition following unit protocols
- Perform clerical and administrative duties of the unit secretary when assigned, including answering phones, scheduling, and maintaining records
- Follow organizational and departmental ergonomic and safety principles to prevent injury and maintain a safe working environment during all activities
- Assist with patient mobility and positioning as needed to promote comfort and prevent complications such as pressure ulcers
- Support infection control procedures by following appropriate hygiene practices and ensuring equipment and patient areas are clean
- Document all patient care activities and observations accurately and timely in patient records as per unit guidelines
- Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and needs, escalating concerns to nursing staff or supervisors as necessary
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the unit’s efficient and effective operation
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week
- discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
- voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
- PTO starts accruing from day one
- 403(b) retirement plan and company match
- flexible spending accounts
- access to financial advisors
- up to $400/year in wellness rewards
- 24/7 EAP counseling
- virtual mental health support
- food pantry
- PTO donation program
- professional attire through the Classy Closet
- access to 100,000+ online courses
- leadership programs
- tuition reimbursement
- clinical ladders
- internal mobility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
