Nursing Assistant
Prime Healthcare•Gadsden, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a Medical Surgical Nursing Assistant (Non-Certified), also referred to Nursing Assistant (NA) or Med-Surg NA. A Med Surg Nursing Assistant will assist with patient care by supporting daily activities, mobility, feeding, and vital signs while monitoring for any changes. Additionally, the Med Surg Nurse, will help nurses by maintaining supplies, assisting with wound care, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. This position is on a per diem basis, PD/PRN, meaning as needed.
Requirements
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred.
- Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
- Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
- Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
Nice To Haves
- If you are a non-licensed Nursing Assistant (NA) and have no prior experience, we encourage you to apply. Entry-Level NAs are welcome to apply!
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, and toileting
- Help with mobility, including turning, repositioning, and transferring patients to prevent skin breakdown, you may also feed patients who need assistance and monitor intake/output
- Take and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration), observe and report changes in a patient’s condition to nurses, you may also help with wound care under the direction of an RN
- Stock and maintain supplies in patient rooms, ensure the environment stays clean and safe
- Assist in transporting patients within the hospital
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical insurance benefit plan
- 401K
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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