Nursing Assistant: Patient Care, Transport & Observations

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Prestonsburg (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units, assist with safe patient transport, and handle dispatch and clerical duties to keep the unit functioning efficiently.

You will document services accurately, communicate effectively, and assist with observation duties as required, in alignment with unit protocols and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care across nursing areas.
• Transport patients safely using wheelchairs or stretchers and document services.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Patient handling

Independence

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units, assist with safe patient transport, and handle dispatch and clerical duties to keep the unit functioning efficiently.

You will document services accurately, communicate effectively, and assist with observation duties as required, in alignment with unit protocols and patient safety standards.