Nurse Assistant - 6100 Med Surg

Kettering Health; Daytonview (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide essential patient support, assist with daily living activities, and monitor vital signs under licensed nursing supervision. The role emphasizes safety, privacy, and infection control.

The position is entry-level with on-the-job training; BLS is required within 90 days of hire, and Ohio STNA certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• None required.
• Entry-level position with on-the-job training provided.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in Ohio preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and comfort.
• Monitor vital signs and document findings accurately.
• Maintain safe, clean, and infection-controlled environment.
• Collaborate with licensed nursing staff to ensure quality care.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Observation/report changes

Infection control

Education

None required

Job description

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Nurse Assistant provides essential support to nursing staff by assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. This role contributes directly to patient comfort, safety, and quality of care under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• None required.

Required Work Experience:

• None required
• entry-level position with on-the-job training provided.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Skills:

• Basic patient care skills
• ability to measure and record vital signs
• effective verbal and written communication
• ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with nursing staff
• basic computer and documentation skills
• ability to observe and report changes in patient condition
• commitment to patient safety, privacy, and infection control practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• Prior experience as a nurse assistant, nursing aide, or in a healthcare setting preferred.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification in Ohio, active and in good standing