Nursing Assistants

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage - Starting 1

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital is seeking Nursing Assistants to support physicians and provide compassionate patient care across a range of medical conditions. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, collecting data, transporting patients, and keeping a safe environment.

Multiple schedules available (Full Time 36 hours, Day or Night; Part Time 24 hours; rotating weekends/holidays). CT-approved Nurse Aide Training or equivalent experience preferred; BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; CT approved Nurse Aide Training Program preferred or in process of earning a BA in Nursing/Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed or significant healthcare experience
• Proof with college transcript or significant nurse assistant/healthcare experience required
• Certification: BLS certification required
• Previous experience as Nursing Assistant in an acute care setting preferred
• Ability to pass drug screening and background check

Responsibilities

• Collect and report patient information and data
• Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility and ambulation
• Patient Transport
• Collection of specimens
• Distribution of linens and supplies to patient rooms
• Deliver ice and beverages to patients
• As assigned, stays with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety

Skills

Patient care

ADL assistance

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Connecticut Nurse Aide Training Program

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

At Saint Francis Hospital the Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting physicians while providing exceptional treatment to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

What you will do

• Collect and report patient information and data

• Help patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility and ambulation

• Patient Transport

• Collection of specimens

• Distribution of linens and supplies to patient rooms

• Deliver ice and beverages to patients

• As assigned, stays with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Connecticut approved Nurse Aide Training Program preferred or in process of earning a BA in Nursing OR Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed OR significant previous healthcare related experience

• Proof with college transcript required OR have significant nurse assistant/healthcare related experience is required

• Certification: BLS certification required

• Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant in an acute care setting preferred

• Ability to pass drug screening and background check

Work Schedule

• Full Time, 36 hours, Day Shift.

• Full Time, 36 hours, Night Shift.

• Part Time, 24 hours, Day Shift.

• Part Time, 24 hours, Night Shift.

• Rotating weekends and holidays are required for these positions.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Great Benefits

• Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1

• Career growth and advancement potential

• Lucrative Referral Program

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.