Nursing Assistant

Prime Healthcare • Gadsden, AL

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About The Position

The Nursing Assistant in the Behavioral Health Unit is an unlicensed, non-certified assistive person who helps patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients, and helps maintain a safe environment. The role works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Requirements

• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possess knowledge of medical terminology.
• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.

Nice To Haves

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred.
• Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care to non-critical patients.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed