Nursing Assistant II - Med/Surg Full Time Nights

Orlando Health, Inc.; Sebastian (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under RN or LPN supervision. You will assist with hygiene, mobility, meals, and daily activities in a 178-bed facility along Florida's Treasure Coast, delivering compassionate, safe care.

Ideal candidates have a Florida CNA certification or equivalent, complete nursing assistant program, and current BLS. The role requires teamwork, attention to safety, and adherence to hospital policies; schedules

Qualifications

• Nursing Assistant program completion or equivalent training.
• Florida CNA certification or equivalent required.
• LPN licensure or RN school graduate may be applicable.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Related medical certifications (EMT/Med Corpsman) accepted.
• Non-U.S. licensure requires appropriate credentials.

Responsibilities

• Assists patient with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutrition.
• Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean patient environment.
• Maintains patient safety and confidentiality and follows standard precautions.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge as directed.
• Records vital signs and relevant patient information per policy.
• Transports and delivers items and medications throughout the facility.
• Participates in nursing unit activities and mandatory trainings.

Education

Nursing Assistant Program

State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification

State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Medical Corpsman, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic

Medical personnel licensure outside the United States

Job description

Position Summary

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

About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.

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Why Orlando Health?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on 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

Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’sHealthcare.

Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

Performs patient care to patients under the direction and supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Section 1557 Non-Discrimination

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116.

Responsibilities

What you will do

• 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 (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Participates in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls and guest requests.
• Attends hospital, unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy.
• Completes all mandatory training.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age‑specific needs.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• One (1) year of nursing assistant work experience within the past five years may be substituted for completion of one of 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
• One (1) year of experience within the past five years in a relevant healthcare setting. No experience required for graduates of an approved school of nursing, or other trainings listed in training requirements.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.