Nursing Assistant | Neuro MS | Full Time | Day Shift

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Leesburg is seeking a Nursing Assistant to work with the Neuro Medical-Surgical team. You will assist with basic physical care, comfort measures, and help maintain a clean, safe patient environment under RN direction.

The role emphasizes direct patient support, collaboration with nursing staff, and adherence to safety protocols. A high school diploma or GED is required, and BLS certification is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Post-high-school specialized training preferred.
• Florida CNA license preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic physical care and nursing procedures.
• Assist with comfort measures for patients.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Collaborate with nurses to support patient care requirements.

Skills

Direct patient care

Nursing procedures

Patient comfort

Care environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Make a difference through hands-on patient care. Join the Neuro Medical-Surgical team as a Nursing Assistant and work alongside nurses to provide patients with the comfort, assistance, and support they need throughout their care.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director/Manager and RNs, the Nursing Assistant facilitates patient care by providing basic physical care and nursing procedures, assisting with comfort measures, and helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.

Work Information

• Department: Neuro Medical-Surgical
• Shift: Days
• Status: Full-Time
• Role Focus: Direct patient support, basic physical care, nursing procedures, patient comfort, and maintaining a safe and organized care environment

Qualifications

Education & Training

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Post-high-school specialized training preferred

Licensure & Certification

• Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred
• BLS required

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English