Cardiac Intervention, Nursing Assistant II, Variable Full-Time Nights

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Health benefits start Day One

Job summary

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital in Clermont, FL is hiring a Nursing Assistant I for the night shift. The role supports department Cardiac Intervention with general patient care under supervision of licensed staff.

Opportunity to contribute to a patient-centered care team at a trusted regional hospital. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, are prepared to obtain BLS within 30 days, and prefer 1–2 years of healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain BLS/Healthcare Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• 1-2 years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination and nutritional needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment; ensure patient privacy and dignity.
• Take and record vital signs and document pertinent information.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Communicate patient status and concerns to the RN and healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification (within 30 days)

Job description

Title: Nursing Assistant I

Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.

Position Summary

Facility: South Lake Hospital

Location: Clermont, FL

Status: Full-Time

Department: Cardiac Intervention

Schedule: Nights (7pm-7am)

Title: Nursing Assistant I

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is a comprehensive medical and surgical acute care facility serving the residents of Lake County as a trusted member of the community for over 75 years. Conveniently located in Clermont, the hospital’s dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals is committed to delivering expert and compassionate care. Our efforts have earned us recognition as a national leader.

Orlando Health - Benefits & Perks

Competitive Pay

• Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (start Day One)

• Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

• South Lake Hospital has been selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare.

A Nursing Assistant performs general patient care to patients under the direction and supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Assists patient with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination and nutritional needs
• Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
• Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
• Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed.
• Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Orlando Health specific policies and guidelines.
• Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team.
• Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients.
• Provides exceptional service and or care to all patients, families, customers and team members.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Orlando Health and unit specific competencies.
• Maintains a clean, neat, safe and organized nursing unit.
• Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights and guest requests.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Participates in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Attends hospital, unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy.
• Completes all mandatory training.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.

Qualifications

Education/Training

High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure/Certification

Must obtain BLS/Healthcare Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Experience

1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.