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Nursing Assistant full-time -South One
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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.
$36,367 / year median in West Virginia
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Rivers Health is seeking a full-time Nursing Assistant. Renders patient care and a variety of procedures under supervision of
registered nurse or licensed practical nurse Delivers and documents care according to hospital policies, procedures and philosophies. Follows strict aseptic technique at all times. Uses sterile technique when indicated. Observes and reports all patient concerns and changes in condition to a Nurse immediately. Safely transports patients, supplies, and specimens. Respects patient's privacy rights, respects values of individual patients, and provides care accordingly. Assists with orientation of new employees. Completes all annual competencies. Assists with unit cleanliness. Performs other duties that may be assigned. Complies with Corporate Policies, Procedures and Personnel Employee Handbook. Must be able to cross-train to other units. Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills. Fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration. Participates in unit meetings. Participates in quality improvement activities including serving on quality improvement teams.
EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING
Basic ability to read, write and understand simple instructions. CPR required. Meet unit proficiency standards. High school graduate or
equivalent required. BLS required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Previous experience in health care facility delivering direct patient care preferred.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance