Nursing Assistant

BHS•Corbin, KY

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant is a certified professional caregiver who works under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse and provides assigned care within the scope of practice. The role requires adequate knowledge to approach patients of all age groups, and employees are expected to continually monitor and adhere to safety responsibilities and initiatives. The position is on the 3 South Surgical Unit, a dynamic, fast-paced unit caring for adult patients with complex medical, cardiac, vascular, and post-operative needs. The unit cares for patients with acute cardiac conditions, complex medication-management needs, and cardiovascular procedure recovery. Staff develop clinical skills while caring for a diverse patient population requiring cardiac telemetry monitoring. The team uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide patient-centered care focused on stabilization, treatment, recovery, and education. The job description also lists responsibilities involving patient-flow coordination, nursing care oversight, staff mentorship, unit operations, interdisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement, and compliance with hospital policies and safety requirements.

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

Coordinates and expedites patient flow through evaluation, treatment, admission, discharge, and transfer.
Monitors patient flow, identifies delays and barriers, and collaborates with leadership to adjust staffing and patient movement.
Provides and oversees safe, evidence-based nursing care, including patient assessment, care planning, interventions, and evaluation.
Serves as a clinical resource, mentor, and preceptor while supporting staff education and professional development.
Assists with daily unit operations, patient safety, and resolution of care concerns.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and participates in performance and quality improvement initiatives.
Ensures compliance with hospital policies, infection prevention, safety standards, and emergency preparedness requirements.
Provides assigned care under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to scope of practice.
Continually monitors and adheres to safety responsibilities and initiatives.