Nursing Assistant | Days | Skilled Nursing Unit

Hillsdale Hospital•Hillsdale Township, MI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position in the Skilled Nursing Unit, requiring three 12-hour shifts per week (36 hours total). The role involves assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring their condition, and maintaining accurate records. The hospital offers various shift premiums, including for skilled nursing, second shift, third shift, and weekends. Hillsdale Hospital is recognized as a Top Workplace and its Skilled Nursing Facility has received Best Nursing Home recognition.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required from an accredited institution
Current Michigan Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), otherwise must obtain one within 4 months of hire
BLS, ACLS, CPI certifications (available through Hillsdale Hospital)
Must possess a positive attitude toward patients and co-workers
Must be a team player

Nice To Haves

Prior long term care experience preferred
may be eligible for tuition payment for your CNA course!

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