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Nursing Attendant-FT/Day Shift (Ben Taub Hospital)
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$33,857 / year median in Texas
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Job Details Career area Allied Health Position Type Full Time Pay $19.10 - $22.85 Location Ben Taub Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States Job
ID 181132
Facebook X LinkedIn Email Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset-our people-ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.JOB SUMMARY
The Nursing Attendant (NA) supports patient care activities, under the supervision of nursing or medical staff. The NA performs patient care activities, as delegated, and adheres to patient safety measures. The NA demonstrates personal and professional effectiveness.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Licensure/Specialized Training:
A.Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent. Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program. Other certificates as required by unit/service.Work Experience:
Related experience preferred but not required.Equipment Operated:
Area-specific Communication Skills:
English Other Skills:
PC Work Schedule:
Weekends, Holidays, FlexibleBenefits
- Dental Insurance