Nursing Assistant

Wabash General; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holidays observed

Volunteer opportunities

Wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Wabash General Hospital in Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care across ambulation, hygiene, meals, and basic monitoring.

You will work three 12-hour shifts weekly with every 2nd or 3rd weekend, rotating holidays, and an on-call schedule if needed. This role requires strong communication with RN staff and a compassionate patient-first approach.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification or pending certification in Kentucky.
• Previous hospital experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform basic patient care and follow nurse instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, hygiene and meals.
• Monitor intake/output and report changes to RN.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment and proper equipment handling.

Skills

CNA Certification

Hospital experience

Education

CNA Certification

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $22.50 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The Nursing Assistant provides a range of patient care including: ambulation, transfers, administers hot and cold therapy, administers meals, snacks, and fluids, cleans equipment, collects and bags soiled linens, monitors and records patient intake and output, answers call lights, assists in preparing and transporting surgery patients, collects stool and urine specimens, assists patients with toilet needs, monitors and records temperature, pulse, and respirations when requested, assists with post-mortem care, administers genital care and enemas when needed; assists with catheter care. Provides or assists with basic patient care: comb, shampoo hair, shave, oral hygiene, baths, back rubs, and simple skin care. Notifies supervisor or RN of change in patient condition.

Schedule: Three 12-hour shifts per week. Every 2nd or 3rd weekend. Rotating holidays. Occasional on-call.

Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm

Requirements:

• CNA Certification is preferred but not required.
• Previous hospital experience is preferred but not required.

Benefits Summary

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Free internal prescription program
• Employer contributions to premiums.
• Retirement Plans
• 457(b) plan with employer matching.
• 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
• Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
• Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
• Work-Life Balance
• Other Benefits
• Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses

About Us

At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, “people you know, helping people you love,” we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.

We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.

Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

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