Patient Attendant Float

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Spiritual care and stress management

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown and West Hospitals in Nashville, TN, are seeking a compassionate team member to join the Float department. This Day/PRN role provides bedside support across locations, ensuring patient comfort and safety while collaborating with the care team.

You will remain at the bedside, help calm agitated patients, identify hazards, and record observations. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (or 1 year of relevant experience) and BLS certification

Qualifications

• BLS Provider preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
• Crisis Prevention certification preferred
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Remain at bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Assist in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Remove visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and report as appropriate.
• Record all observations.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown and West Hospitals
• Department: Float
• Schedule: Day l PRN

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown and West Hospitals
• Department: Float
• Schedule: Day l PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Remain at bedside of assigned patient at all times unless relieved by an appropriate staff member.
• Assist in calming and/or reorienting patient in cases of agitation or confusion.
• Remove visible hazards and/or broken equipment from immediate environment and report as appropriate.
• Record all observations.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention preferred.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Must be able to work all locations listed.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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