Nursing Assistant

Baptist Health; Elizabethtown (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,286,000 - 26,174,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Maternity/Paternity leave

Bereavement leave

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Progressive Care Unit in Elizabethtown, KY. This part-time role covers 7p–7a and includes cross-training to also serve as a Unit Secretary.

Under RN supervision, you will support patient care, document vital signs, and help with activities of daily living to ensure safe, compassionate care. Preferred CNA certification and hospital/long-term care experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with age-appropriate patient care under RN supervision.
• Turn and position patients every 2 hours using proper body mechanics.
• Assist with personal hygiene, including bathing, showering, and oral care.
• Monitor and document height, weight, and vital signs.
• Perform hourly rounds to promote safety and patient satisfaction.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient safety

Mobility assistance

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Nursing AssistantApply: Elizabethtown, KY: Part time: Posted 7 Days Ago: R26103103**Summary****Job Description:****Nursing Assistant - Progressive Care Unit****Part-Time 7p - 7a****Will be required to cover duties as a Unit Secretary and undergo cross-training.**The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.* Obtains and documents reported height and weighs patient on admission and documents.* Turns and positions patients every 2 hours as indicated, using proper body mechanics.* Assists and promotes activity, ambulation, up in chair and other activities as ordered.* Assists patients with personal hygiene, including as showering, bathing, shaving, shampooing, perianal-care, catheter care and oral care.* Takes and records vital signs accurately within established time frame.* Consistently performs hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and promote customer satisfaction.**Requirements:*** High school diploma or equivalent (GED).* Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Certified Nursing License (CNA) preferred.* Six months experience in a hospital or long-term care facility preferred. **Benefits:*** Tuition Assistance reimbursement program* Paid Time Off available for use upon hire* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave* Bereavement Leave (includes pets)* Employee Assistance Program* Retirement plans with company match### *If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*### Baptist Health is an *Equal Employment Opportunity* employer.