Pediatric Nursing Assistant – 3 West, Full-Time

NemoursCareerSite; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemours is seeking a Nursing Assistant for our 3 West floor. This full-time position provides 60 hours every two weeks with rotating shifts, every 3rd holiday, and two weekends out of six.

You will assist with daily patient care activities and support the health care team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The 3 West unit is a 24-bed pediatric medical-surgical unit caring for orthopedic, rehabilitation, and various pediatric conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 1 year of patient care experience preferred.
• Ability to understand laboratory orders, computer information, and medical terminology.
• Ability to obtain specimens from pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock of equipment and supplies at designated par levels.
• Keep the unit clean and safe for patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and with patient care as directed.
• Assist with examinations and treatments, including positioning and holding.
• Ensure supplies are accurately charged.
• Coordinate with pharmacy, dietary and other departments as designated by RN.
• Collect patient specimens with emphasis on safety and accuracy.
• Document vital signs and patient care in Hospital Information Systems.
• Relay information from physicians, nurses, and labs accurately.
• Transport patients, reports, and supplies as needed within Nemours.
• Assist in maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

BLS

1 year patient care experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Nemours is seeking a Nursing Assistant for our 3 West floor. This full-time position provides 60 hours every two weeks with rotating shifts, every 3rd holiday, and two weekends out of six.

You will assist with daily patient care activities and support the health care team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The 3 West unit is a 24-bed pediatric medical-surgical unit caring for orthopedic, rehabilitation, and various pediatric conditions.