Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Kentucky, Elizabethtown
913 North Dixie Highway (Show on map)
Feb 05, 2025
Job Description: Nursing Assistant - 3 North Tower Medical Surgical $750 Sign-On Bonus for External Candidates Part-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) 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.