Certified Nurse Aide Highlands

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units, assist with safe patient transport, and handle dispatch and clerical duties to keep the unit functioning efficiently.

You will document services accurately, communicate effectively, and assist with observation duties as required, in alignment with unit protocols and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care across nursing areas.
• Transport patients safely using wheelchairs or stretchers and document services.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Patient handling

Independence

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred

Minimum Work Experience

• Previous hospital experience preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky

Required Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment
• Ability to work independently within general guidelines
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written