Nursing Assistant II – Med-Surg Tele

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant II for its Med-Surg Tele unit. This role involves performing patient care, supporting nursing staff, and maintaining a compassionate environment for diverse patient populations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, ensuring quality care is delivered effectively.

Benefits

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Paternity Leave

Fertility Benefits

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of nursing assistant work experience may substitute for training completion.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care under the direction of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Cares for patients with diverse medical needs and conditions.
• Works in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Skills

Patient Care

BLS Certification

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant Certification

Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant Program

Job description

Position Summary

Job Posting: Nursing Assistant II – Med-Surg Tele
Location: Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC)
Shift: Full-Time (36 hours), 3 12-hour shifts

Top Reasons to Work at Orlando Health:

• National Recognition: Nationally ranked in 1 Adult Specialty and 4 Children's Specialties. Regionally ranked #7 in Florida, #2 in Orlando, and #3 in Florida for Children's Specialties.
• Forbes Recognition: Named one of America's Best-In-State Employers, offering a comprehensive benefits package that highlights our commitment to employee growth and well-being.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefits from day one, including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, free college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, and more.
• Culture: A positive work environment where every team member is respected, supported, and valued.

About Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC):

With over 100 years of service, ORMC is a cornerstone of advanced surgical, medical, rehabilitative, and emergency care in Central Florida. As the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center, we are dedicated to addressing the community's growing healthcare needs.

Med-Surg Vision:

Our vision is to have a top-functioning inpatient nursing unit with the most qualified, caring, and engaged team members. Our talented and united team is focused on growth and development, pursuing higher education and certifications. We strive to assure patients and families by exceeding quality and patient experience metrics.

Unit Overview:

The South Tower 5A/5C Medical Surgical units at ORMC have a maximum capacity of 52 semi-private beds (5A: 20 beds / 5C: 32 beds). We care for a diverse patient population with non-critical status, including long-term, pending placement, or skilled nursing facility needs, as well as surgical, medical management, and disease processes such as hypertension, pneumonia, COVID-19, and diabetes.

Our units also provide cardiac monitoring with remote telemetry and safely transfer critically ill patients to step-down/critical care units if necessary.

Ideal Staff-to-Patient Ratio:

• Nurses: 5:1
• Nursing Assistants: 8:1
• Charge Nurse on 5A | Charge Nurse on 5C (with no patient assignment)

Position Overview:

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

Education/Training:

• 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 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
• No experience required for graduates of an approved school of nursing or other training programs listed above

Join Our Team:

Be part of a team where you can make a difference in patients' lives while growing professionally in a supportive environment. Apply now to join Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center!


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