Nurse Helper Pool (Third Shift) -South Florida Baptist

BayCare Health System; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Nurse Helper for its South Florida Baptist Hospital in Florida. The role involves assisting nursing staff in patient care under the supervision of an RN, and participating in basic nursing tasks while avoiding exposure to body fluids.

Training requirements include BLS within 30 days of hire and Standard WELLE training. Preferred candidates have HS diploma or GED and must complete Nurse Helper training before orientation.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Standard WELLE training is required.
• Must complete Nurse Helper training class prior to orientation on the nursing unit.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care under RN direction.
• Assist with patient care while avoiding exposure to body fluids and devices that contain body fluids.

Skills

BLS certification

Nurse Helper training

Patient care

Education

HS or GED

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Nurse Helper Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care according to BayCare role specific responsibilities of a Nurse Helper I. Directed by the RN.
• Assist with patient care without encountering any body fluids (i.e., blood, urine, stool, saliva, dirty linens, emesis, etc.) or any devices that contain body fluids (such as but not limited to, urinary catheters, nasogastric tubes, drains, used basins, etc.).

Required

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

• Completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire
• Standard WELLE® training is required
• Must complete Nurse Helper training class prior to orientation on the nursing unit

Preferred

Qualification:

• HS Graduate or Equivalent GED

Facility

BayCare Health System, Nursing Administration-SFBH

Location

South Florida Baptist Hospital

Status

Pool, Exempt: No

Shift Hours

6:45pm to 7:15am

Shift

Shift 3

Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies

Weekend Work

Every Other

On Call

No

How often will this team member be working remotely?

Never

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled