Nursing Assistant (Non-Certified)

Prime Healthcare; Dover; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their Behavioral Health Unit. In this role, you will support patients with daily living activities and provide essential nursing care while ensuring a safe environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals in need of support. Join a dedicated team that values quality and community, where your contributions will be recognized and appreciated. If you are passionate about helping others and are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate preferred.
• Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for non-critical patients.
• Help maintain a safe environment under RN supervision.

Skills

Basic Nursing Care

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Patient Safety

Behavioral Violence Prevention

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Saint Clare's Health includes CMS 5-Star Rated hospitals and is an award-winning provider of safe, high-quality, compassionate care, serving the communities of Morris, Warren, and Sussex counties. Its network of hospitals and healthcare facilities includes Denville Hospital, Dover Hospital, Behavioral Health Centers in Boonton, Denville, and Parsippany, and an Imaging Center in Parsippany, among other satellite locations. The hospitals have received multiple quality awards, including Leapfrog “A” ratings for patient safety; Healthgrades recognition for orthopedic surgery, treatment of stroke, heart care, various surgical procedures, and more. For more information, visit www.saintclares.com.

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Responsibilities

The Nursing Assistant in the Behavioral Health Unit is an unlicensed, non-certified assistive person who helps with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients, and assists in maintaining a safe environment under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire (preferred).
• Current BLS (AHA) certification within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months of previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office (preferred).
• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current.