Nursing Assistant - Critical Care

Great Plains Health; North Platte (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE is seeking a Nursing Assistant in the Critical Care unit. This role provides routine patient care, collects patient data including vital signs, and documents in the medical record under supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Nebraska Nurse Aide licensure, BLS, and oxygen/medication aide certification within 6 months of hire, with ongoing competency updates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Nurse Aide licensure in Nebraska.
• BLS certification required; Oxygen certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assists with activities of daily living and hygiene needs.
• Collects patient data, vital signs, input/output, and records data.
• Recognizes and reports health status changes to a licensed professional.
• Assists with procedures under supervision and supplies are provided.
• Maintains a clean, stocked nursing unit environment.
• Greet and assist patients, visitors and staff as needed.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide licensure in Nebraska

BLS certification

Oxygen certification (Medication Aide Training)

Job description

## Nursing Assistant - Critical CareApplylocations: North Platte, NEtime type: Variable timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: JR787# **Great people. Great careers. Join the team at Great Plains Health, where you can be a part of something, well, great.****Job Title:**Nursing Assistant**Cost Center:**Critical Care**Job Description:**This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical record; provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.**Minimum Qualifications*** Education + High School Diploma or equivalent.* Credentials + Current Nurse Aide licensure in the state of Nebraska. + Required certifications: BLS + Oxygen certification (Medication Aide Training Hospital based) required within 6 months of hiring. Update to be completed every 2 years.**Work Environment*** A patient care setting. Exposure to blood and body fluids, contagious disease, hazardous chemicals, dangerous fumes, medical gases, and exposure to out of control patients, which may result in physical and/or verbal abuse.**Physical Demands**1. Sit frequently.2. Stand and/or walk frequently.3. Lift 50 pounds frequently.4. Carry 25 pounds frequently5. Bend, kneel, and crawl frequently.6. Reach floor to overhead frequently.7. Climb stairs in a variety of situations frequently.8. Visual acuity, color vision manual dexterity and eye hand coordination within normal limits.**Essential Functions** 1. Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and assisting patients with nutritional intake, as needed. 2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens. 3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided. 4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional. 5. Maintains a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment. 6. May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel.# **Join us. Join great. Join the dynamic team at Great Plains Health and be a part of something truly exceptional. At Great Plains Health, we embody a culture defined by authenticity, integrity, and a genuine commitment to listening to both our patients and each other. As a member of our team, you'll experience a supportive environment where collaboration is key, and every voice is valued. We work together seamlessly, leveraging our collective strengths to provide the highest quality care to our community. Passion drives us forward, propelling us to constantly strive for excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career in healthcare surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your dedication and enthusiasm, Great Plains Health is the place for you. Come join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference every day.**