Under the direction of nursing personnel, the nursing assistant provides patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Duties include but are not limited to personal hygiene, collection of vital signs, assist nursing and/or physician staff with procedures as needed, unit cleaning and assistance with eating.
Must be able to read and write the equivalent of eighth (8th) grade English. Completion of a program for nursing assistance is preferred. Must be able to read and write the equivalent of eighth (8th) grade English. Completion of a program for nursing assistance is preferred. BLS certification is required (or within 30 days of hire into the position).