Nursing Asst

BHS•Lexington, KY

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant works on 5B, a 22-bed medical/surgical unit specializing in women’s care, oncology, gynecology, palliative and hospice care, and chemotherapy. The unit also provides post-operative care for plastic surgery and general surgery patients. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and related support by performing selected nursing procedures and routine duties that assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of 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 and equipment and a safe patient care environment.
Responds to patient needs and emergency situations while providing compassionate, respectful care.