Nursing Assistant Orthopedic Nights

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Career growth and advancement

Referral program

Tuition Reimbursement and Professional

Development Opportunities

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Connecticut is seeking an Orthopedic Tech Nursing Assistant to support physicians and provide compassionate patient care during a 12-hour night shift.

You will collect and report patient data, assist with daily living activities, transport patients, collect specimens, and ensure supplies reach patient rooms. The role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and nursing aide experience; offers career growth with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Nurse aide background with ortho experience preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and report patient information and data.
• Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility and ambulation.
• Patient Transport
• Collection of specimens
• Distribution of linens and supplies to patient rooms
• Deliver ice and beverages to patients
• As assigned, stays with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Nurse Aide Training Program (CT approved) preferred or in process

BA in Nursing or Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed

Significant healthcare related experience

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description: At Saint Francis Hospital the Orthopedic Tech Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting physicians while providing exceptional treatment to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

What you will do

• Collect and report patient information and data
• Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility and ambulation
• Patient Transport
• Collection of specimens
• Distribution of linens and supplies to patient rooms
• Deliver ice and beverages to patients
• As assigned, stays with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Connecticut approved Nurse Aide Training Program preferred or in process of earning a BA in Nursing OR Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed OR significant previous healthcare related experience. Proof with college transcript required OR have significant nurse assistant/healthcare related experience is required.
• Certification: BLS certification required. Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant with ortho experience in an acute care setting preferred. Ability to pass drug screening and background check.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-time, 36 hours per week, Night shift Rotating Weekend.
• Great Benefits Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1
• Career growth and advancement potential
• Lucrative referral program
• Compensation and Benefits At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.
• Pay Range: $18.05 - $25.60 per hour
• Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
  • Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Well-being Initiative
  • Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other SaintFrancis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.