Nursing Assistant, ICU Step-Down, part-time days

Beacon Health System; Elkhart (IN); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 28.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Matching Retirement Fund

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differentials

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition and Certification Reimbursemen

Clinical Ladder Program

Local and National Discounts

Beacon Academy Educational Courses

Gym Membership Discount

Zusammenfassung

Beacon Health System is hiring a part-time Nursing Assistant for the ICU Step-Down department at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN. You’ll support daily living activities, monitor patient status, and maintain a compassionate care environment under RN supervision.

We offer comprehensive benefits, along with shift differentials and professional development opportunities. Join a dedicated team that values respect, trust and teamwork in serving our communities.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Minimum age 17 years.
• Nurse Assistant certification preferred.
• BCLS/CPR within 3 months of hire.

Aufgaben

• Assist patients with activities of daily living as delegated by RN.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity; uphold Beacon values.
• Record and communicate vital signs and patient information.
• Ensure patient rooms and unit areas remain clean and orderly.
• Provide safe patient transport and mobility assistance as needed.

Jobbeschreibung

Beacon Health System is hiring a part-time day shift Nursing Assistant position for our ICU Step-Down department at Elkhart General Hospital in Elkhart, IN.

Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

We offer a wide variety of benefits for our employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Elkhart General Hospital

Elkhart General Hospital is a not-for-profit hospital located in Elkhart, Indiana. Our full-service, 357-licensed-bed hospital has served the community for more than 100 years with a variety of services including: Emergency Department; radiology; orthopedics; maternity, pregnancy and childbirth; behavioral health; imaging and lab; genetic counseling;daVincirobotic surgery. As part of Beacon Health System, patients have access to providers not only at this location but can access resources and services from across the entire health system.

What You’ll Do

Assist patients with performing activities of daily living when delegated by RN. Keeps the nurse up to date on any changes in patient information. Exhibits exceptional patient experience by upholding Beacon values of respect, trust integrity and compassion. Functions within the relationship-based care nursing model. Reports to the Director.

Job Responsibilities

• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.
• Receives patient feedback via call backs, leader rounds, or surveys.
• Exhibits self-care as evidenced by balancing workload and scheduling lunch breaks.
• Schedules and utilizes vacation days to renew/refresh as appropriate.
• Recognizes stress or situational frustration while on duty and takes respite time as appropriate.
• Behavior positively contributes to culture on the unit as evidenced by following Code of Mutual Respect.
• Accepts accountability and responsibility to address issues and conflicts. Follows up with unit director as needed.
• Acts as a role model and precepts new associates as requested.
• Communicate, collaborate, and function with other members of the health team.
• Gives accurate shift report.
• Follows Team STEPPS principles including participation in shift briefs, debriefs, and huddles to improve communication, patient care, and teamwork.
• Relays accurate pertinent information to nurse, physicians, director, and other departments in a timely manner.
• Responds promptly to patient, family and staff needs. Assists in emergency situations as directed.
• Fosters a sense of trust and collaboration among team members and other departments.
• Takes ownership and pride in their job.
• Respect the dignity and rights of the patient regardless of socioeconomic status, personal attributes or nature of health problem.
• Maintain each patient's right to privacy by protecting confidential information.
• Monitors stock supplies and materials, and reports shortages.
• Keeps the patient rooms and department areas neat and orderly.
• Performs QA checks as directed.
• Obtains and documents height, weight, intake and output, vital signs, blood glucose, and reports any abnormal findings in a timely manner.
• Picks up and delivers blood products per policy.
• Appropriately collects and delivers specimens.
• Completes purposeful hourly rounding.
• Assists with answering call lights.
• Delivers 1:1 staffing care when requested.
• Attends to hygiene and grooming needs of patients.
• Provides safe patient environment.
• Provides patient mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transportation.
• Assures the patient receives the correct diet and assists with feeding as needed.
• Thoroughly documents all patient care provided.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 17 years of age.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• A Nurse Assistant certification is preferred.
• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) within 3 months of hire and maintain certification.