Nursing Assistant II - Patient Care & Team Support

Brookwood Baptist Health; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Walker Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and basic treatments while maintaining patient safety and privacy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and may substitute nursing assistant training or CNA certification for experience. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year nursing assistant experience within the past five years may substitute for listed trainings.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
• Experience in a relevant healthcare setting preferred; graduates may have no prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutrition.
• Provide routine treatments and maintain a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment.
• Maintain safety and confidentiality of patients and staff.
• Follow standard precautions and wash hands between patients.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Record vital signs and document pertinent patient information.
• Communicate patient condition and concerns to RN or healthcare team.
• Attend handoff reports and participate in hourly rounding.
• Provide courteous service to patients, families, and team members.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant Program

State CNA certification

Graduate of an approved school of nursing

Medical Corpsman/EMT/Paramedic training

Job description

Baptist Health Walker Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and basic treatments while maintaining patient safety and privacy.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and may substitute nursing assistant training or CNA certification for experience. BLS certification is required.