Overview:

Compensation $14.29-$23.34/hr. depending on previous work experience Plus $1.75/hr. prn differential Evening differential $1.50/hr. Night differential $1.75/hr. Weekend differential $1.75/hr. Ortho is a 32 bed orthopedic floor. We also take med/surg overflow and cardiac overflow. We are a center of excellence with certifications in Hip Replacement, Knee Replacements and Hip Fractures.

Responsibilities:

Job Summary Provides basic patient care Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment Takes and records vital sign (VS) data and relays to patient's nurse Provides general nursing care and routine treatment /procedures Facilitates processing of patients Provides clerical receptionist support Provides coordinating support Performs additional duties related to the specific needs of the department

Qualifications:

Education High School diploma or equivalent GED Certification as a nursing assistant or 6 months of recent experience as a nursing assistant Experience Six (6) months of recent experience as a nursing assistant Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or one clinical semester of nursing school or successful completion of an acute care nurse aide course; or six (6) months previous experience in a healthcare position can be substituted for the experience (Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience). Licensure/Certification Basic Life Support •(BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for duration of employment Certified Nursing Assistant preferred