Nursing Assistant - 2 Surgical - Part Time Nights

Adena Fairfield Medical Center; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Adena Fairfield Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the direction of a Staff RN. Responsibilities include personal care such as bathing, feeding, and monitoring vital signs, while maintaining accurate intake/output records and assisting with operative care as needed.

The role requires the ability to move and assist patients, with CPR/First Aid training recommended. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, and STNA is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Maintains patient safety and privacy per HIPAA regulations.
• Performs personal care tasks and monitors patient condition.
• Requires physical ability to assist with patient handling.

Responsibilities

• Assists with bathing, feeding, and daily patient care under RN supervision.
• Collects and reports vital signs and intake/output records.
• Assists with pre-, intra-, and post-operative care including positioning and turning.
• Maintains supplies and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Adheres to HIPAA and professional conduct standards.

Skills

Patient care

Physical stamina

HIPAA awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

STNA preferred

Job description

For more than a century, Fairfield Medical Center has been a regional healthcare provider who delivers exceptional care to our patients by creating exceptional experiences for our employees.The driver behind our culture is that we all believe in the value of it, and we hire people into the organization who are also committed to making a difference. Our employees truly go the extra mile to serve our patients and each other.When you join us, you become part of our team; it is our goal to not only be the best place you will ever work, but the only place you will want to work. Join our team. Make a difference.Job Description:The Nursing Assistant assists in the treatment and care of the patient under the direction of a Staff RN.Provides personal care that includes bathing, feeding, skin and mouth care and changing bed lines.Collects, documents, and reports vital signs such as: temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height and weight.Empties patient drainage containers and maintains accurate intake and output records.Assists with pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care which includes, positioning, lifting and turning.Reports changes observed in condition or behavior of patient.Assists with treatment procedures.Assists in maintaining supplies and reports malfunctioning equipment.Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality of patient information.Job Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred. STNA preferred.CPR/When Seconds Count/HOPE within the first six months of employment.Nursing assistant experience preferred.Must be able to physically exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. Position may require frequent patient handling activity.