Nursing Assistant I: Entry-Level Patient Care Pro

Orlando Health; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health in Saint Petersburg, FL seeks a Nursing Assistant I to assist with basic patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes hygiene, mobility and safety, and requires interaction with patients, families and the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include routine treatments, documentation, patient transport, admissions/discharges assistance, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. High school diploma and BLS certification within 30 days are required; no prior experience is

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assists patient with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination and nutritional needs.
• Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
• Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
• Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed.
• Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Orlando Health specific policies and guidelines.
• Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team.
• Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients.
• Provides exceptional service and or care to all patients, families, customers and team members.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Orlando Health and unit specific competencies.
• Maintains a clean, neat, safe and organized nursing unit.
• Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights and guest requests.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications throughout the facility.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Orlando Health in Saint Petersburg, FL seeks a Nursing Assistant I to assist with basic patient care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes hygiene, mobility and safety, and requires interaction with patients, families and the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include routine treatments, documentation, patient transport, admissions/discharges assistance, and maintaining a clean, safe unit. High school diploma and BLS certification within 30 days are required; no prior experience is