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Baptist Health lists this Nursing Asst opportunity in lexington, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Nursing Assistant, 5B5B is a 22-bed medical/surgical unit specializing in women's care, oncology, gynecology, and palliative/hospice care. The unit also cares for patients receiving chemotherapy. In addition, 5B provides post-operative care for plastic surgery and general surgery patients.Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and related support by performing selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients.Job Description:Provides direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and positioning.Obtains and documents vital signs, intake/output, weights, specimens, and other patient data.Performs delegated clinical procedures such as blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, and venipuncture.Assists with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures.Performs clerical and unit coordination duties, including patient charts and physician orders.Maintains supplies, equipment, and a safe patient care environment.Responds to patient needs and emergency situations while providing compassionate, respectful care.Requirements:High school diploma or equivalent (GED)Current KY Nurse Aide Certification, or successful completions of first year of Nursing program with validation of clinical rotationBasic Life Support- Applicants will have 30 days from their hired date to provide completion of this certification if they don't have it already.Benefits: Part-Time 24 weekly hours (0.6 FTE) - 31.99 weekly hours (0.8FTE)Health, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyCompany paid Maternity and Paternity LeaveBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportRetirement with Company MatchIdentity Theft Protection5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Worksite address
lexington, KY, 40507, US
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