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Kentucky Staffing

Nursing Assistant

Kentucky Staffing, Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States, 42701

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Nursing Assistant - Progressive Care Unit

Part-Time 7p - 7a Will be required to cover duties as a Unit Secretary and undergo cross-training. 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) preferred upon hire and 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.