Compassionate Nurse Aide - 12h Med-Surg Shifts

Infor; Marshall (MI); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Infor is seeking a Nurse Aide in the Medical Surgical Unit in Marshall, MI. Under RN/Physician supervision, you will provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living and rounds.

The role requires CNA certification and BLS, with preferred acute care experience. Expect a busy, unpredictable environment with exposure to bodily fluids and infectious risks.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant with current credential.
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification completed or within required period.
• Ability to perform ADLs and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care under supervision of RN/Physician.
• Assist with activities of daily living and daily rounds.
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient needs.
• Assist in specimen collection and transport to lab as needed.
• Maintain supplies and restock as required.
• Communicate with patients and families; liaison to licensed staff.
• Assist in CPR rotation and patient comfort measures.

Skills

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Interpersonal Skills

Acute Care Experience

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant program

Job description

Nurse Aide (2) for 0700-1930 and (2) 1900-0730

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE : Nurse Aide

DEPARTMENT: Medical Surgical Unit

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Director, Medical Surgical Department

Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Charge/Registered Nurse and/or Physician, provides direct care to an assigned patient population.

Essential Functions:

• Consistently uses an outward mindset and puts forth exemplary effort in accomplishing his/her goals and objectives in a manner that helps others to achieve their goals and objectives.
• Assists in providing activities of daily living to an assigned patient population.
• Completes hourly rounds on assigned patient population.
• Communicates readily with patients and families and serves as a liaison between the patient and licensed staff.
• Assists in answering call lights in a timely manner.
• Performs duties within the realm of a certified nursing assistant.
• Monitors supplies and restocks accordingly.
• Assists in specimen collection, identification, and transportation to lab.
• Assists clinically as needed.
• Relieves Unit Secretary for breaks.
• Performs rotation in CPR as needed.
• Assists patients in obtaining essential needs such as blankets, fluids, and nutrition after verifying with attending or RN.

Minimum Requirements : Certified Nursing Assistant. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Certification within three (3) months of hire. Completion of Hard cuff Restraints and Soft Limb Restraints Certification within two (2) months of hire and annual re-certification .

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: One (1) year acute care experience preferred. Must be able to work efficiently in a busy environment while maintaining a friendly demeanor and possess effective interpersonal communication skills.

Working Conditions: Work in an unpredictable environment encountering stressful situations and exposure to body fluids and infectious diseases. May experience traumatic situations including deceased patients.

Physical Requirements : Constantly see/visual acuity, handle/grasp/feel, talk/hear, lift/carry 1 to 25 lbs. Frequently stand, walk, reach, push/pull, bend/twist, stoop/kneel/crouch, lift/carry 25 to 50 lbs.

Marshall, 200 N. Madison, Marshall, MI 49068