Nursing Assistant - Washington Township - MED SURG - FT/Nights

Kettering Health Network; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join their interdisciplinary patient care team. In this role, you will support patients with daily activities and perform essential care tasks under the guidance of licensed nurses. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate a commitment to high-quality patient care. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive and dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of KH Nursing Assistant orientation.
• Certification in CPR/BLS is required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with activities of daily living.
• Perform patient care skills as delegated by licensed nurse.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Campus Overview

Kettering Health Washington Township

• Kettering Health Washington Township, formerly Southview Medical Center, has served the South Dayton, Ohio suburbs including Centerville, Kettering, West Carrollton, Moraine, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, and Waynesville for over 40 years.
• KH Washington Township is a 123 licensed-bed hospital and medical campus that is conveniently located off I-675.
• Our full-servicehospitalincludesmaternity care, emergency services,hand trauma center, and specialty serviceslocated within theadjacent medical offices.
• In 2020, KH Washington Township received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.

Received 5 Star Baby-Friendly Hospital status by the Ohio Hospital Association

Responsibilities & Requirements

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Assistant serves as a member of our interdisciplinary patient care team.
• The Nursing Assistant focuses on supporting patients with activities of daily living and performs patient care skills as delegated by the licensed nurse within the Ohio Board of Nursing Scope of Practice.
• The Nurse Assistant is responsible for maintaining and demonstrating knowledge, skill, and ability of the delegated tasks.
• The Nursing Assistant also supports department operational needs, and performs other duties as assigned.
• The Nursing Assistant reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

Applicants Must Have:

• Successful completion of KH Nursing Assistant orientation
• Certification in CPR/BLS
• Must have one of the following:
  • Six months experience as a nursing assistant in a hospital or a long-term care facility
  • Completion of Nursing Assistant course in the last six months
  • Nursing student or listed as pre-nursing as shown on transcripts
  • Current employee with Kettering Health

Preferred Qualifications

Would Prefer Applicants Have:

• Reading, writing and basic match

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills

• Customer service skills

• Ability to multitask, prioritize and function in a high stress environment

• Ability to problem solve

• Ability to comprehend and complete delegated tasks