Nursing Assistant - Patient Care & Vital Signs Pro

Christus Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Christus Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under supervision, delivering age-appropriate care per hospital policy. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with transports, and relaying messages promptly to caregivers, while maintaining documentation and chart readiness.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma or equivalent and show experience in hospital settings. BLS certification is required to meet policy standards and ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Vital signs are completed and reported.
• Notifies the nurse of any significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of identification.
• Transports patient as indicated.
• Assists in the chemotherapy area as needed.
• Keeps ample blank charts available for new patients.
• Relays messages to the appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving message.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Christus Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under supervision, delivering age-appropriate care per hospital policy. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with transports, and relaying messages promptly to caregivers, while maintaining documentation and chart readiness.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma or equivalent and show experience in hospital settings. BLS certification is required to meet policy standards and ensure patient safety.