Compassionate Patient Care & Transport Assistant

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units in Prestonsburg, KY. The role includes safe patient transport, documentation, and observation duties, with opportunities to assist in admissions, discharges, and routine care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to hospital policies, with required certification as a Nurse Aide in Kentucky. Previous hospital experience preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of individuals.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Ability to work independently within general guidelines.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written.

Responsibilities

• Assists in patient care, including bathing, feeding, and positioning.
• Responds promptly to signals and bells to meet patient needs.
• Collects specimens and records input/output as per policy.
• Records vital signs and documents patient information.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary environment on nursing units.
• Participates in team conferences and in-service education.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation

English proficiency

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Patient mobility

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units in Prestonsburg, KY. The role includes safe patient transport, documentation, and observation duties, with opportunities to assist in admissions, discharges, and routine care.

The position emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to hospital policies, with required certification as a Nurse Aide in Kentucky. Previous hospital experience preferred but not required.