About this role
Summary
Job Description:
Nursing Assistant - 2 North Ortho
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) 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
Work Experience
Education
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.
Other facts
About BHS
Baptist Health System is a recognized leader in healthcare in San Antonio and South Texas.
Since 1903, Baptist Health System has been caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in San Antonio, south Texas and beyond. Baptist Health System is the first to bring robotically-assisted surgery to San Antonio, and the first to achieve Chest Pain Center Certification at all of our hospitals.
What you'll do
- The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include obtaining and documenting patient information, assisting with personal hygiene, and ensuring patient safety through consistent rounds.
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