NURSING ASSISTANT - FLOAT POOL

Excela Health; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals to assist in patient care and ensure smooth unit operations. This role emphasizes excellent customer service while adhering to safety protocols for medication handling. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and preferably be enrolled in or have completed a Nursing Assistant Training Program. Join a supportive team that values compassionate care and commitment to patient well-being in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred completion of Nursing Assistant Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the safe care of patients and maintain efficient unit operations.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle medications safely.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Crisis Management

Medication Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Assistant Training Program

Job description

Job Summary:
Assists in the safe care of patients as directed, maintains efficient unit operations, and provides excellent customer service. Permitted to change patients from portable O2 to wall O2.

Education:
Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Current enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant Training Program.

Registration/Certification/Licensure:
Healthcare Provider CPR and Act 33/73 clearances.

Experience:
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: Clinical experience through a Nursing Assistant Training Program or previous experience in an acute care facility.

Other Requirements:
Comprehensive Crisis Management per policy. Completion of EKG training within 1 year of hire/transfer. Responsible for safely accessing, transporting, and handling medications (prescription and non-prescription) and sharps (needles, suture kits, lancets, syringes).

Status:
Non-Exempt.

Physical Requirements:
The following frequency definitions apply unless otherwise noted:
- Occasional: (0-1/3 of day, 0-2.5 hrs/day, 1-4 reps/hr)
- Frequent: (1/3-2/3 of day, 2.5-5.5 hrs/day, 5-24 reps/hr)
- Constant: (>2/3rd of day, >5.5 hrs/day, >24 reps/hr)

Essential functions are marked with an asterisk (*).

Physical activities include standing, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, climbing, kneeling, squatting, reaching, grasping, finger manipulation, seeing, hearing, and material handling tasks like pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying, with specified frequencies and weight limits.

Environmental factors involve working alone, in cramped quarters, with interruptions, in water, exposure to noise, slippery surfaces, and radiant energy, among others. The role also involves working with bloodborne pathogens frequently.

Cardiovascular energy requirements are classified as medium intensity for this position, with examples provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer: This employer complies with federal employment laws and provides the 'Know Your Rights' notice from the Department of Labor.