Nursing Assistant II - CPCU / Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Nights)

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider recognized for excellence and a supportive work environment. As a Nursing Assistant II in the Cardiac Progressive Care Unit, you will play a vital role in patient care by assisting with hygiene, mobility, and monitoring vital signs. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic team dedicated to providing high-quality care to patients with cardiac conditions. With a focus on employee well-being, the organization provides comprehensive benefits from day one, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding career in healthcare. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this is the ideal role for you.

Benefits

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Free College Education Programs

Paid Paternity Leave

Fertility Benefits

Backup Childcare

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off/Holidays

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with nursing assistant experience.
• Must maintain current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, and nutrition needs.
• Maintain a safe and organized patient environment.
• Document patient information accurately.

Skills

Patient Care

Hygiene Assistance

Mobility Support

Vital Signs Monitoring

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant Certification

Emergency Medical Technician Certification

Tools

BLS/HealthCare Provider Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Department: Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (CPCU)

Status: Variable Full-Time (Three 12-hour shifts w/ rotating weekends)

Shift: Nights (7pm - 7am)

Title: Nursing Assistant II

ABOUT ORLANDO HEALTH - DR. P. PHILLIPS HOSPITAL

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips proudly holds recognition as a “Best Regional Hospital” by U.S. News & World Report and selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare. We are an award-winning, full-service medical/surgical facility that has been serving the residents of southwest Orange County and Orlando’s growing tourist population since 1985. With a highly qualified team of nurses, support staff and physician specialists, our 285-bed facility provides combined expertise and advanced technology in numerous areas of specialty, including diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular care, orthopedic care, surgical services and emergency medicine. The hospital is equipped with robotic surgical capabilities for colorectal, general, gynecologic and urologic surgeries and has earned Joint Commission certification for its total hip and knee replacement programs utilizing innovative, personalized technologies.

“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE ORLANDO HEALTH - DR. P. PHILLIPS HOSPITAL

• Forbes Recognizes Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer
  • Forbes has named Orlando Health as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2024. Orlando Health is the top healthcare organization in the Metro Orlando area to make the prestigious list. "We are proud to be named once again as a best place to work," said Karen Frenier, VP (HR). "This achievement reflects our positive culture and efforts to ensure that all team members feel respected, supported and valued.
• All Inclusive Benefits (start day one)
  • Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.
• Employee-centric
  • Dr. P. Phillips Hospital has been selected as one of the “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.
• Competitive pay
  • Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

ABOUT DPH CARDIAC PROGRESSIVE CARE UNIT (CPCU)

• The CPCU, a 43 bed unit, serves the adult population by offering Level II Cardiac Services
• The types of patients served are as follows: Acute Heart Failure, Acute or Uncontrolled Arrhythmias, Chest Pain, Cardiac Catheterization and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school graduate or equivalent
• One (1) year of nursing assistant work experience the past five years substituted the below trainings
  • Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant Program; or
  • State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification; or
  • State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse; or
  • Graduate of an approved school of nursing; or
  • Medical Corpsman, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic; or
  • Medical personnel licensed outside the United States Licensure/Certification

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

• One (1) year of experience within the past five years in a relevant healthcare setting.