Nursing Assistant | Neuro MS | Full time | Day Shift

UF Health Shands Homecare; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Shands Homecare in Leesburg, FL is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patients under the direction of RNs and the Director/Manager. You will assist with basic physical care and comfort measures in a Neuro Medical‑Surgical setting.

This full-time daytime role emphasizes teamwork with the nursing staff, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and delivering compassionate patient care. Previous CNA experience is valued, and Florida CNA license is preferred, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Direct patient support, basic physical care, and nursing procedures per RN direction.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Support patients in comfort measures and care routines in the Neuro Medical‑Surgical unit.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-high-school specialized training

Job description

Overview

Job Description

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

A great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands‑on patient care, working closely with a nursing team, and supporting patients in a Neuro Medical‑Surgical setting.

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