Nursing Assistant Orthopedic FT Day

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Orthopedic Tech Nursing Assistant assists physicians while providing care to patients with a variety of medical conditions. The position collects and reports patient information, supports patients with activities of daily living, and helps maintain patient safety. It is a full-time role scheduled for 36 hours per week, with a 12-hour day-shift designation in the posting title and rotating weekends noted in the position highlights. The description also lists “Night shift,” creating a schedule discrepancy.

Saint Francis Hospital is a 617-bed Level 1 Trauma Center and major teaching hospital, and is part of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health. The posted pay range is $18.05–$25.60 per hour, with pay based on experience, skills, education, and location. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package, career-growth opportunities, and a commitment to equal employment opportunity and compassionate, person-centered care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a Connecticut-approved Nurse Aide Training Program, or in process of earning a BA in Nursing or Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed, or significant previous healthcare-related experience. The posting requires a college transcript as proof for the degree/clinical pathway or significant nurse assistant/healthcare-related experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to pass a drug screening and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a Connecticut-approved Nurse Aide Training Program is preferred.
• Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant with orthopedic experience in an acute care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and report patient information and data.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility, and ambulation.
• Transport patients.
• Collect specimens.
• Distribute linens and supplies to patient rooms.
• Deliver ice and beverages to patients.
• As assigned, stay with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety.
• Assist physicians while providing treatment to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage starting day 1.
• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings program with employer match.
• Paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays may be included.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
• Well-being initiative.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED