Compassionate Nursing Assistant II – Patient Care

Baptist Health; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookwood Baptist Health in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, and ensuring a safe, organized environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of a CNA program or Alabama CNA certification, and current BLS. Healthcare experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent requires for entry.
• Nursing Assistant Program or CNA certification preferred.
• LPN license or RN/graduate of nursing program acceptable.
• EMT/Paramedic or foreign licensure considered.
• One year healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs.
• Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean environment.
• Maintains patient safety, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Adheres to standard precautions and hand hygiene.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Records vital signs and documents pertinent information.
• Transports supplies, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances).
• Participates in handoff reports and unit activities.
• Receives calls and responds to patient requests.
• Supports nursing staff and participates in performance improvement activities.

Education

High school graduate

Nursing Assistant Program

State of Alabama CNA certification

State of Alabama LPN license

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Medical Corpsman/EMT/Paramedic

Foreign nursing licensure

Job description

Brookwood Baptist Health in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, and ensuring a safe, organized environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of a CNA program or Alabama CNA certification, and current BLS. Healthcare experience is welcome but not required.