Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Support

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care and assist with activities of daily living on the Nursing Behavioral Health unit. The role emphasizes effective communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, document care in the EMR, and help maintain supplies while adhering to safety and privacy guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must meet education requirements on hire and annually as determined by unit and Continuing Education Department.
• Basic computer literacy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal hygiene, grooming, mobility and comfort.
• Coordinate daily patient care activities on the nursing unit.
• Assist nursing staff with admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Document care provided using worksheets or the electronic medical record.
• Maintain inventory control and stock unit supplies.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Prioritize patient care

Basic computer skills

Reading and writing

Education

High School Diploma

CPR Certification

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide routine patient care and assist with activities of daily living on the Nursing Behavioral Health unit. The role emphasizes effective communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, document care in the EMR, and help maintain supplies while adhering to safety and privacy guidelines.