Nursing Assistant- Day Shift

Baptist Health; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

PTO Sell Back

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington’s Nursing Assistant on the Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit (2FG) delivers direct patient care under RN supervision, supporting examinations, treatments and the overall care of patients and families.

Day shift opportunities exist; full-time and part-time roles may be available. Requirements include HS diploma, Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification or first-year nursing clinical coursework, and BLS with 30 days to obtain.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or completion of first year clinical nursing classes with validation.
• BLS certification required; if not certified, obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Perform selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical/nursing staff.
• Support examinations, treatments, and overall patient care for patients and families.

Skills

BLS certification

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification

First-year nursing clinical coursework

Job description

**Summary****Job Description:****Nursing Assistant, Medical/Surgical,Telemetry (2FG)** **Unit Overview:**2F/G is a dynamic 30-bed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit recognized for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with strong clinical outcomes and efficient throughput. This unit is a trusted destination for acute telemetry patients, providing continuous cardiac monitoring in a fast-paced, highly skilled environment. **Day Shift opportunities are available.** Full-time and part-time positions may be available based on department needs. **JOB SUMMARY:**Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and support services to patients and families. This role performs selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and overall care of patients. **REQUIREMENTS:**-High School Diploma or equivalent -Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year clinical classes in nursing school and validation of a clinical consistent with level of education. -Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain -BLS within 30 days of their hire date. **BENEFITS:** -Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance -Life Insurance -Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance -Identity Theft Protection -Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually -Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave -5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire -Bereavement Leave (includes pets) -PTO Sell Back Program -Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) -Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support -Retirement with Company Match*Please note: These benefits apply to Full-Time positions. (32 weekly hours- 40 weekly hours)*### *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.