Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Healthcare; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team at a leading non-profit health system, providing essential support in patient care. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by assisting with daily activities and ensuring the safety and comfort of patients. With a commitment to community service and a rich history of healthcare excellence, this position is perfect for those looking to enhance their careers in a compassionate environment. Enjoy a range of benefits, including paid time off and various health insurance options, while contributing to a mission-driven organization that values your work and dedication.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term & Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credential required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities and personal care.
• Report changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.
• Monitor environment for safety hazards.

Skills

Patient Care

Assisting with Procedures

Monitoring Safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nurse Aide Credential

Job description

**Details**

+ Department: Nursing Support

+ Schedule: PRN. Rotating shifts, weekend requirement, and holidays.

+ Hospital: St Vincent Salem Hospital

+ Location: 911 Shelby Street Salem, IN

**Benefits**

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

• Assist with patients/participants care activities.
• Assist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Accommodate patients/participants with tending to personal care, activities of daily living, and transfers/transport.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
• Assist with keeping patients/participants rooms clean and orderly.
• Monitor patients/participants environment for safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action as appropriate, as needed.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services, and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer, and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status, or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.

As a military-friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**E-Verify Statement**

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