Nurse Aide - Medical Surgical

QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent patient care and customer service skills with the ability to provide compassionate, respectful, and supportive care to patients. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, visitors, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff. Skilled in assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility assistance. Ability to obtain and accurately document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, oxygen saturation, and weight. Knowledge of infection control practices, safety procedures, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Ability to observe, report, and document changes in patient condition promptly to the nursing team. Skilled in assisting with patient transfers, ambulation, positioning, and use of mobility equipment while maintaining patient safety and comfort. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced hospital environment. Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR), patient documentation, and basic computer applications. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and hospital policies. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documenting patient care and reporting observations. Experience maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment while supporting quality patient outcomes. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team and provide excellent patient-centered care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and hospital procedures.

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED is required with on-the-job training

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Nurse Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), or in a hospital, emergency department, long-term care, rehabilitation, or healthcare setting preferred. Experience providing direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility. Experience obtaining and documenting vital signs, patient intake information, and reporting changes in patient condition to nursing staff. Experience assisting with patient transfers, ambulation, positioning, and use of mobility equipment while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Experience in maintaining accurate patient records and documenting care provided in electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Experience answering call lights promptly, responding to patient needs, and providing compassionate, patient-centered care. Experience communicating effectively with patients, families, nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Experience maintaining a clean, safe, and organized patient environment while adhering to infection control and safety protocols. Experience handling sensitive patient situations with empathy, professionalism, and discretion. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements. Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced hospitals, acute care, emergency department, or inpatient settings. Previous hospital, acute care, emergency room, medical-surgical, telemetry, or inpatient care experience preferred.

DUTY HOURS: 7 am to 7 pm including alternating weekends and Holidays