Nursing Assistant Short Stay Unit

Summary Job Description: Nursing Assistant - Short Stay Unit Full-Time 7a - 7p The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. - Obtains and documents reported height and weighs patient on admission and documents. - Turns and positions patients every 2 hours as indicated, using proper body mechanics. - Assists and promotes activity, ambulation, up in chair and other activities as ordered. - Assists patients with personal hygiene, including as showering, bathing, shaving, shampooing, perianal-care, catheter care and oral care. - Takes and records vital signs accurately within established time frame. - Consistently performs hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and promote customer satisfaction. Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent (GED). - Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications: - Certified Nursing License (CNA) preferred. - Six months experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred. Benefits: - Tuition Assistance reimbursement program - Paid Time Off available for use upon hire - Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave - Bereavement Leave (includes pets) - Employee Assistance Program - Retirement plans with company match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.