Nursing Assistant | Casual | Skilled Nursing Unit
About The Position
Hillsdale Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant for their Skilled Nursing Unit. This is a casual position with 12-hour shifts available (5:45 am to 6:15 pm and 5:45 pm to 6:15 am) Sunday through Saturday. As a casual employee, you must be willing and able to pick up shifts when needed and cover for vacations and absences. Hillsdale Hospital is dedicated to excellence in healthcare community service, continued improvement, and respect for human life. We manage the health needs of our local community through compassionate and highly skilled care in our clean, safe, healing environment. Additionally, Hillsdale Hospital is a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace in Michigan and a USA Today Top Workplace! Our McGuire & MacRitchie Skilled Nursing Facility has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for many years by U.S. News & World Report. We achieved a rating of "High Performing," the highest possible rating for short-term rehabilitation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required from an accredited institution; will consider high school seniors who already hold their nursing assistant certification
- Current Michigan Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), otherwise must obtain one within 4 months of hire
- Life certifications including BLS, (Basic Life Support) (available through Hillsdale Hospital)
- Must possess a positive attitude toward patients and co-workers
- Must be a team player with excellent attendance
Nice To Haves
- Prior long term care experience preferred
- once you're hired, the hospital may pay the tuition if you're not already certified
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including grooming, bathing, eating, etc.
- Collect patient specimens and communicate to nurse
- Accurately and thoroughly perform skin assessments with ADL care following all policies, procedures and protocols regarding the prevention and treatment of skin breakdown resulting from pressure
- Maintain accurate records within the chart: graphics, I&Os, evening and weekend activity, showers, etc.
- Know and follow the patient’s plan of care and interventions
- Answer call lights and phone and communicate with the residents and families in a friendly, respectful manner
Benefits
- S.B. 690 special premium for skilled nursing is $3.40/hour for certified nursing assistants
- 2nd shift premium is $2.00/hour
- 3rd shift premium is $3.05/hour
- Weekend premium is an additional $2.00/hour
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
