Nursing Assistant - Emergency Dept. (ED)

utoledo.edu; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Toledo is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the Emergency Department (ED). This role assists Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Mental Health Technicians, performing delegated tasks and helping to maintain a clean, safe unit.

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited nursing program, have completed a fundamentals course with check-offs, and hold current BLS/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Student currently enrolled in Associate, Baccalaureate, or Masters Degree nursing program.
• Has completed a nursing fundamentals course including check offs or a clinical rotation.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Mental Health Technician in providing delegated tasks on the nursing unit. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Nursing fundamentals

BLS certification

Communication skills

Dexterity

Physical stamina

Education

Nursing student in accredited program

Job description

Title: Nursing Assistant - Emergency Dept. (ED)

Department Org: Emergency Dept. - 110080

Employee Classification: S8 - Student PT HSC

Bargaining Unit: S8

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift: 8

Start Time: 7:00am / 3:00pm / 11:00am / 7:00pm / 11:00pm

End Time: 7:30pm / 3:30pm / 11:30pm / 7:30am

Posted Salary: Starting at $19.56

Float: True

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description

Assists the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Mental Health Technician in providing delegated tasks on the nursing unit. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. Student currently enrolled in Associate, Baccalaureate, or Masters Degree nursing program.
• 2. Has completed a nursing fundamentals course including check offs (Vitals, I&O, bed making, perineal care etc.) or a clinical rotation.
• 3. Current BLS certification.
• 4. Ability to write legibly, speak articulately, and follow directions accurately. Finger and hand dexterity to handle delicate instruments and other equipment.
• 5. Ability to plan and organize work and to work under close supervision. Willingness to accept responsibility for patients in their care when performing delegated functions of this position and to perform delegated duties in accordance with established methods and procedures.
• 6. Ability to tolerate strenuous physical activity such as turning, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, and lifting in order to assist patients. Handles and serves patients in a manner conducive to their welfare and safety.
• 7. May be required to rotate shifts and units.
• 8. May be required to rotate shifts and units.
• 9. Physical requirements:
  • a. visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable;
  • b. ability to hear (with or without aides)
  • c. ability to orally communicate
  • d. good manual dexterity
  • e. ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally
  • f. ability to stand, walk frequently
  • g. ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently; and
  • h. ability to perform CPR

Conditions of Employment

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at [e-mail] or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

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