Nursing Assistant PACU

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the PACU to support patient recovery after procedures. The role involves transporting patients, assisting with hygiene, and aiding mobility under nurse supervision.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, KY Nurse Aide Certification or completion of first year nursing program, and BLS certification (or within 30 days of hire). On-call nights, weekends, and holidays apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current KY Nurse Aide Certification, or completion of first year of Nursing program with clinical validation.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients after recovery.
• Assist patients with hygiene and daily care while preserving dignity.
• Support with bowel/bladder care and I&O documentation.
• Assist with dressing, transfers, and positioning for meals.
• Support feeding and hydration and provide snacks as needed.
• Document input in patient chart every two hours and assist with ambulation.

Skills

Patient Care

Mobility Assistance

Dignity & Privacy

Medical Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

KY Nurse Aide Certification or Nursing Program (1st year)

BLS Certification

Job description

**Summary****Job Description:****Nursing Assistant PACU**Full Time I First ShiftPACU I Lexington, KYThe Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a specialized hospital unit where patients are closely monitored and cared for immediately following surgical or procedural interventions requiring anesthesia. The PACU is critical for ensuring patient safety and comfort during the initial recovery period, addressing potential complications, and transitioning patients to the next phase of care.**Description Nursing Assistant (PACU):*** Transports patients after recovery.* Assists patients in personal hygiene such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair and nail care.* Assist patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity and recording I & O. Does* not leave patient unattended when out of bed for bathroom assistance.* Assists patients in dressing and undressing while providing dignity and privacy.* Assist patients by lifting them manually or by mechanical lifts as needed as directed by the nurse.* Assist patients with eating and drinking and nutritional needs.* Assist in transferring and discharging patients as required.* Assist patients in positioning for meals including cleaning hands of patients* Assists with serving meals and feeding patients as necessary* Offers supplemental feeding/snacks* Provides patient with fresh ice and drinking water per policy* Documents input on chart at least every two hours* Turns patients every two hours and/or as indicated as directed by the Nurse* Maintains proper body alignment while performing patient transfer and activities* Escorts patients during admission, transfer, and discharge as requested* Assists with ambulation, up in chair, or other activities* Verifies patient’s limitations, restrictions, and plan for mobility with Nurse prior to initiation of patient care.* On Call required-weeknights, weekends, and holidays picked by rotation.**Requirements Nursing Assistant (PACU):*** High School Diploma and/or Equivalent.* Current KY Nurse Aide Certification, or successful completions of first year of Nursing program with validation of clinical rotation.* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.**Benefits:*** Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance* Life Insurance* Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance* Identity Theft Protection* Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave* 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire* Bereavement Leave (includes pets)* PTO Sell Back Program* Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)* Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support* Retirement with Company Match### *If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*