Nursing Assistant - Hamilton - 2 Main IMC/Stepdown - FT/Days

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their interdisciplinary team. In this vital role, you will support patients with daily living activities and perform essential care tasks under the guidance of licensed nurses. The position requires a commitment to high-quality patient care and effective communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a community-focused hospital with a rich history of service and excellence in healthcare. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of Nursing Assistant orientation and CPR/BLS certification required.
• Experience as a nursing assistant or nursing student preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with daily living activities and perform delegated patient care tasks.
• Maintain knowledge and skills of assigned tasks as per nursing guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

CPR/BLS Certification

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
• 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