Nursing Assistant Youth Apprentice

Carolinas Medical Center; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Carolinas Medical Center in Wisconsin (Kenosha) is seeking a casual, part-time Nursing Assistant to support daily patient care under RN supervision. Typical schedule ranges from 14 to 20 hours per week, with flexible hours to accommodate patient needs.

Compensation is in the pay range of $19.80 to $29.70 per hour, with responsibilities including basic patient care and documentation in EMR. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable communication, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills, ability to document and communicate clearly.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care (bathing, feeding, ambulation, positioning).
• Measure and document vital signs and I&O in EMR.
• Perform purposeful rounding and communicate observations to RN.
• Assist in admission, transfer and discharge with room setup and belongings handling.
• Handle errands and stock nursing area; clean equipment.
• Assist in patient positioning and transfers with proper technique and assistive devices.
• Support nutritional needs and skin care under RN guidance.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Team player with continuing education

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Department: 34100 AMC Kenosha - Nursing

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: No

Hou rs Per Week: 0

Schedule Details/Additional Information: This is a casual position with some flexibility to accommodate hours, typically working 14-20 hours per week.

Pay Range: $19.80 - $29.70

Major Responsibilities:

• Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.
• Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately.
• Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.
• Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices. Assists in the lifting or transferring of patients using power-driven hoist or lifts as part of a trained team that is led by an adult employee.
• Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection. Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
• Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days.
• Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.

Education Required: No Formal Education.

Experience Required: No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
• Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
• Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Must have functional vision and hearing.
• Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. Some equipment may not be operated without the assistance of an adult.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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