Nursing Assistant, Med/Surg

Sutter Health•Antioch, CA

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant performs routine patient care, support, and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. The role uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. The Nursing Assistant exercises sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner, while following applicable regulations and organizational policies to help ensure patient privacy and safety and deliver optimal care. This is a per diem/casual, non-exempt position at Sutter Delta Medical Center. The shift is evenings, with variable days and every other weekend required. The schedule lists eight-hour shifts and zero weekly hours. The pay range is $30.58 to $38.42 per hour; actual starting pay may vary based on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, departmental equity, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.
Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for the role, such as chest compressions and dialing 911.
Ability to follow written, oral, diagram-based, or schedule-based instructions.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain patient-care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and working within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Exercise judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care in a timely manner.
Adhere to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to help ensure patient privacy and safety.
Prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple tasks and interruptions.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to support departmental and corporate objectives.