Nursing Assistant I - Med-Surg 3 East

Bayhealth; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO and holidays

401(k)/403(b) matching

Excellent Health/Dental/Vision

Disability and Life Insurance options

On Site Child Care

Educational Reimbursement

FSA/HSA options

Voluntary benefits including Critical-

Care coverage and more

Job summary

Bayhealth seeks a Nursing Assistant 1 for Med-Surg in Kent Campus Hospital. You will deliver basic nursing care under supervision, supporting patients across age groups, and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment.

The role involves following a nurse-created care plan, documenting care, communicating with nurses, and responding to call lights promptly. Requires a HS diploma or GED and BLS certification, with multiple pathways to satisfy experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One of the following: CNA/MA/PCT training, clinical lab simulation transcript, active CNA in any state, or 1+ year direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow the nurse's plan of care and document patient care per policy.
• Provide care to patients across age groups as competency allows.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment on the unit.
• Communicate patient information to the registered nurse promptly.
• Respond to intercom/call lights in a courteous and timely manner.
• Assist with diagnostics-related activities and tests as directed.
• Perform safety and sitter duties when assigned.
• Assist other nursing team members and departments as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Nursing Assistant 1 - Med-Surg

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk?

Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand‑alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand!

Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
• Disability and Life Insurance options
• On Site Child Care
• Educational Reimbursement
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!

Location: Kent Campus Hospital

Status: Full Time 72 Hours per pay period

Shift: Days; 7am-7pm

Salary Range: 16.98 + BOE, HOURLY

General Summary: The Nursing Assistant position involves delivering clinical nursing services to patients. The Nursing Assistant functions under the supervision of a licensed nurse or therapist, providing care that does not require the judgment and skills of a licensed professional. After competency verification, the nursing assistant may deliver patient care services to the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. The care may include, but is not limited to, the following: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulating, transferring, feeding, observing, and reporting the general well-being of the person(s) to whom they are providing care. Coordinates clerical duties of a diverse and confidential nature to maintain the efficiency of patient care areas.

Department team members are authorized to have limited access to secured medication rooms to perform duties and responsibilities as defined in this job description. Any staff member requiring limited access to secured medication rooms must have a fully completed and signed Medication Security Agreement for Non-Licensed Personnel form on file and available upon request.

Responsibilities

• Follows nursing assistant plan of care established by the Registered Nurse within a specified timeframe; including, but not limited to, mouth care, bathing, AM and PM care, assistance with ambulation, transfers to chair and/or bed, taking and documenting vital signs, and recording accurate intake and output. Documents all patient care delivered according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs duties with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served on the assigned units.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards.
• Communicate relevant patient information to a professional nurse within an appropriate time based on the level of urgency. Report problems immediately to a professional nurse.
• Answer intercom or call lights in a timely, courteous manner, with appropriate communication to the patient and/or professional nurse.
• Performs patient care based on established guidelines for diagnostic and therapeutic exams; i.e., NPO for labs or x-rays, OR, diet changes related to tests, enema-related tests.
• Perform safety and suicide precaution sitter duties as assigned.
• Assists other members of the nursing team and/or ancillary departments as requested.
• All other duties as assigned, within the scope and range of job responsibilities.

Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Credentials: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience: (Must meet ONE)
  • Completed training (CNA, MA, or PCT course).
  • Completed a Clinical Lab Simulation (must have official transcript).
  • Active or recent CNA certification (any state).
  • 1+ year of work experience in direct patient care (HHA, MA, PCT, or Nursing Asst).