Nursing Assistant - Hamilton - 4 Main Ortho and General Surgery - FT/Nights

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health care provider in Hamilton, where you will play a vital role in patient care as a Nursing Assistant. In this dynamic position, you will support patients with their daily activities and collaborate with licensed nurses to ensure high-quality care. This role offers the opportunity to grow your skills in a respected hospital environment recognized for its commitment to safety and excellence. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and thrive in a supportive team atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Nursing Assistant orientation required.
• Certification in CPR/BLS is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with daily living activities and perform delegated patient care tasks.
• Maintain knowledge and skills for delegated tasks as a Nursing Assistant.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

Current Nursing Student

Tools

Basic Computer Knowledge

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Hamilton

• Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
• Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown, and surrounding communities.
• KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
• Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds.
• In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
  • America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
  • America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
  • Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Assistant serves as a member of our interdisciplinary patient care team.
• The Nursing Assistant focuses on supporting patients with activities of daily living and performs patient care skills as delegated by the licensed nurse within the Ohio Board of Nursing Scope of Practice.
• The Nursing Assistant is responsible for maintaining and demonstrating knowledge, skill, and ability of the delegated tasks.
• The Nursing Assistant also supports department operational needs and performs other duties as assigned.
• The Nursing Assistant reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

Applicants Must Have:

• Successful completion of KH Nursing Assistant orientation.
• Certification in CPR/BLS.
• Must have one of the following:
  • Six months experience as a nursing assistant in a hospital or a long-term care facility.
  • Completion of Nursing Assistant course in the last six months.
  • Nursing student or listed as pre-nursing as shown on transcripts.
  • Current employee with Kettering Health.

Preferred Qualifications

Would Prefer Applicants Have:

• Reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and function in a high-stress environment.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Ability to comprehend and complete delegated tasks.