Nursing Assistant

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist in patient care across various nursing areas. Responsibilities include safe transport of patients, providing observation services, and performing clerical duties. Candidates should be high school graduates or equivalent, and prior hospital experience is preferred. Certification as a Nurse Aide in Kentucky is required. The position demands effective communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care throughout nursing areas.
• Safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher.
• Provide observation services for patients in need.
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Basic medical terminology

Computer knowledge

Patient lifting/moving

Ability to work independently

English communication

Education

High school graduate 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.

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