Nurse Aide 1900-0730 casual hours, weekend requirement - Requisition #132505

Infor; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Marshall, MI seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct care to patients, assist with daily living activities, and communicate effectively with patients and families. Candidates must possess a BLS certification and have one year of acute care experience preferred. The position may involve working in a stressful environment with exposure to body fluids.

Qualifications

• One year acute care experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment while maintaining a friendly demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to an assigned patient population.
• Assists in providing activities of daily living.
• Communicates readily with patients and families.

Skills

Effective interpersonal communication skills

Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant

BLS Certification within 90 days of hire

Job description

Overview

All CDC recommended vaccines are required vaccinations at Oaklawn. Seasonally, and upon determination of Senior leadership, the Influenza Vaccine may be mandatory; in those years, compliance is required. For all vaccines, Religious Exemptions and Medical Contraindications are available.

Job Summary

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

Responsibilities

• 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 90 days of hire.

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