NURSING STUDENT / NURSE TECH 1

Beebe Healthcare; Lewes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Beebe Healthcare in Lewes, DE is seeking a Nursing Assistant under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care and assist with daily living activities. Duties include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene and feeding, transporting patients, documenting accurately, and supporting the healthcare team to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, ability to work in a fast-paced setting, and enrollment in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification or equivalent required.
• Currently enrolled in nursing school or active Delaware CNA license required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients in accordance with individualized care plans.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, toileting).
• Assist in transportation and transfer of patients, ensuring comfort and safety during movement.
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, reporting abnormalities to nursing staff.
• Collect specimens as directed and maintain specimen procedures.
• Perform accuchecks as directed and document results.
• Maintain accurate and prompt documentation.
• Assist with patient hygiene and comfort, including turning and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Support feeding and hydration, adhering to dietary restrictions and assisting with mealtime activities.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and positive outcomes.
• Complete hourly rounds and respond to call lights and patient requests promptly.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families with empathy.
• Maintain clean, organized patient rooms, change bed linens, stock supplies, and prepare rooms for admissions and transfers.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and hospital policies.
• Participate in ongoing education to enhance patient care skills.

Skills

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Crisis management

Customer service

Electronic Health Records

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Overview

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the nursing assistant performs various duties in the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Medical Center.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients in accordance with their individualized care plans
• Assists patient with activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Assist in transportation and transfer of patients, ensuring comfort and safety during movement
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and other patient data, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing team
• Collection of specimens: Collects specimens following policy. Aware of specimens needed and is active in obtaining
• Accuchecks completed as directed
• Accurate and prompt documentation
• Assist with patient hygiene and comfort measures, including turning and repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers
• Support patients with feeding and hydration needs, adhering to dietary restrictions and assisting with mealtime activities. Removing trays in timely manner.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and promote positive patient outcomes
• Completes hourly rounds to assigned patients and anticipates patient needs. Responding promptly to call lights and patient requests
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions
• Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, including changing bed linens, stocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness of patient rooms, and preparing rooms for admissions and transfers.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and hospital policies and procedures to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff
• Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care and hospital procedures

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform CPR

Competencies Skills

• Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
• Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
• Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
• Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
• Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Credentials

• BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent

Other Information

• Student nurse currently enrolled in nursing school that has completed one semester of nursing school to include clinical courses AND/OR have an active CNA license in Delaware.

Entry

USD $17.25/Hr.

Max

USD $26.74/Hr.