Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Acute Long-Term Care

Kindred; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Indianapolis North is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist nursing staff in delivering patient care in an acute long-term care setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, provide emotional support, and help with complex clinical tasks under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing rooms, and supporting admissions, transfers, and discharges. Must be fluent in English and capable of working under pressure in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent to perform the essential functions.
• CNA certification preferred; BCLS required.
• Minimum six months’ experience in an acute or long-term care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned area.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Takes and records vital signs and intake/output; documents timely.
• Prepares patient rooms and beds for admissions/transfers; aids in admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Responds to patient call lights and supports RN with routine treatments.
• Transports patients as needed and assists with post-mortem care when required.

Skills

Communication

Fluent English

Computer skills

Multitasking

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Kindred Hospital Indianapolis North is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist nursing staff in delivering patient care in an acute long-term care setting. You will assist with activities of daily living, provide emotional support, and help with complex clinical tasks under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing rooms, and supporting admissions, transfers, and discharges. Must be fluent in English and capable of working under pressure in a busy hospital environment.