Nursing Assistant - Med Surg
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of an RN, the Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to an assigned group of patients. Care settings described include general nursing units; special care areas; maternal child units, including labor and delivery and nursery; pediatrics; the GI Lab; chemical dependency and psychiatric units; the emergency unit; and surgical services. The patient populations vary by unit, from newborns and pediatric patients to adults and geriatric patients, and care is provided by clinically competent staff. The employee completes established position competencies within the designated introductory period and performs other related duties as assigned. This patient-care support role provides essential assistance and comfort to patients. A sign-on bonus may be available for this position.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- BLS certification obtained through an approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network.
- Complete Non-Violent Crisis Intervention within 60 days of hire or transfer to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Satisfactory completion of a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assisting course.
- Six months of experience in the healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic nursing care to an assigned group of patients under the direction or supervision of an RN.
- Assist and comfort patients to support their healthcare experience.
- Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Career development and continuing education opportunities.
- Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discount program.
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
- The position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
