Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet 보험

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 ann

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

PTO Sell Back Program

Company Match Retirement

Job summary

Baptist Health in Corbin, KY seeks a dedicated Nursing Assistant for the 3 South Surgical Unit. This full-time, first-shift role supports adult patients with complex medical and post-operative needs under RN supervision.

You will provide direct patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with admissions and transfers, perform routine nursing procedures, and help maintain accurate charts and a safe environment. Current KY Nurse Aide Certification and BLS within 30 days are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
• KY Nurse Aide Certification or completion of first year of Nursing program with clinical rotation.
• Basic Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of hire if not already in place.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and positioning.
• Obtains and documents vital signs, intake/output, weights, specimens, and other patient data.
• Performs delegated clinical procedures such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, and venipuncture.
• Assists with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures.
• Performs clerical and unit coordination duties, including patient charts and physician orders.
• Maintains supplies, equipment, and a safe patient care environment.
• Responds to patient needs and emergency situations with compassionate, respectful care.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

KY Nurse Aide Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant

Full-Time, 1st Shift

3 South Surgical

3 South Surgical Unit is a dynamic, fast-paced unit that provides comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical, cardiac, vascular, and post-operative needs. Our team specializes in caring for patients with acute cardiac conditions, complex medication management, and cardiovascular procedure recovery. Staff develop advanced clinical skills through the care of a diverse patient population requiring cardiac telemetry monitoring. Team members utilize a multidisciplinary approach to deliver high quality; patient-centered care focused on stabilization, treatment, recovery, and education.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and related support by performing selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients.

• Provides direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and positioning.
• Obtains and documents vital signs, intake/output, weights, specimens, and other patient data.
• Performs delegated clinical procedures such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, and venipuncture.
• Assists with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures.
• Performs clerical and unit coordination duties, including patient charts and physician orders.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and a safe patient care environment.
• Responds to patient needs and emergency situations while providing compassionate, respectful care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Current KY Nurse Aide Certification, or successful completions of first year of Nursing program with validation of clinical rotation
• Basic Life Support- Applicants will have 30 days from their hired date to provide completion of this certification if they don't have it already.

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.