Nursing Assistant | Casual | Skilled Nursing Facility at Hillsdale Hospital
About The Position
Hillsdale Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant for their Skilled Nursing Facility. This is a casual position with 12-hour shifts available. The hospital is dedicated to excellence in healthcare, community service, continuous improvement, and respect for human life, managing the health needs of the local community through compassionate and highly skilled care in a clean, safe, healing environment. Hillsdale Hospital is a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace in Michigan and a USA Today Top Workplace. The McGuire & MacRitchie Skilled Nursing Facility has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for many years by U.S. News & World Report and achieved a rating of "High Performing," the highest possible rating for short-term rehabilitation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required from an accredited institution; will consider high school seniors who already hold their nursing assistant certification
- Current Michigan Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA), otherwise must obtain one within 4 months of hire
- Life certifications including BLS, (Basic Life Support) (available through Hillsdale Hospital)
- Must possess a positive attitude toward patients and co-workers
- Must be a team player with excellent attendance
Nice To Haves
- Prior long term care experience preferred
- Hospital may be able to pay tuition if you're not already certified
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
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement (for CNA certification)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
