Nursing Assistant

AHS - Sherman Medical Center; Sherman (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherman Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Med Surg/Telemetry Department to assist with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care to non-critical patients. This role operates under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and unit to maintain a safe environment.

Candidates should have a current CNA certificate (preferred) and BLS certification on hire or within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Possesses knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for patients.
• Provide basic nursing care to non-critical patients.
• Maintain a safe environment under RN supervision.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Nursing Assistant in the Med Surg/Telemetry Department is an unlicensed assistive person who assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• 1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred.
• 2. Current BLS upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• 3. Possesses knowledge of medical terminology.
• 4. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.