Nursing Assistant

Job Overview
Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Nursing Assistant, where your compassionate care and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide essential support to nursing staff by assisting with patient care, ensuring comfort, and maintaining accurate medical documentation. Your energetic approach and commitment to excellence will contribute to creating a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment for patients across various care settings. Whether working in hospitals, long-term care facilities, or outpatient clinics, your role is pivotal in delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Duties

• Assist with patient activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices.
• Monitor and record vital signs accurately using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Cerner or eClinicalWorks to ensure seamless documentation of patient data.
• Support clinical staff by preparing examination rooms, handling medical supplies, and assisting during procedures such as catheter care or phlebotomy.
• Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory impairments by implementing memory care techniques and ensuring a safe environment.
• Maintain infection control standards through aseptic techniques and proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), especially in infectious disease or Level I Trauma Center settings.
• Assist with patient transfers and positioning using equipment like Hoyer lifts or bed-side chairs to promote comfort and prevent injury.
• Engage in patient service activities that promote well-being, including emotional support and ensuring a respectful atmosphere aligned with HIPAA privacy regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Nursing Assistant or in similar caregiving roles within hospital medicine, long-term care, assisted living, or home & community care environments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and basic life support (BLS) certification.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, behavioral health patients, or individuals with disabilities.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical documentation.
• Ability to perform vital signs measurement, medication administration under supervision, and basic clinical procedures like catheter care or phlebotomy.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients requiring dementia or Alzheimer's care as well as those needing acute or sub-acute care services.
• Certification in HIPAA compliance and infection control practices; additional certifications such as ICU experience or Level II trauma center experience are advantageous. Join us in delivering compassionate healthcare that transforms lives Your dedication will help foster a safe environment where patients feel valued and cared for every step of their healing journey.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $28.01 per hour

Work Location: In person