Certified Nurse Assistant, Nurse Assistant, or Trainee - Day Shift - 800 Ortho-Neuro

About the role

Provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as taking vitals, bathing, dressing, moving patients, changing linens and other duties as assigned. Obtain information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff and report any changes in patient condition.

Overview of Unit/Department

CoxHealth is proud to be a Level I Stroke and Trauma Center, and our 800 Neuro-Ortho unit plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to these patients. As a 26-bed unit, we specialize in treating a wide range of complex conditions, including stroke, trauma, and neurosurgical cases. Our patient population is diverse, ranging in age from 18 to 102, offering a broad spectrum of clinical experiences. The 800 unit is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where each day presents new challenges and rewarding opportunities. Our team is known for its unwavering dedication, resilience, and commitment to excellence. Compassion, collaboration, and pride in our work define who we are and guide everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Take vitals
• Bathe and dress patients
• Move patients
• Change linens
• Obtain information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff
• Report any changes in patient condition

Requirements

• Preferred: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Qualifications

• Required: 3 months experience as a nursing assistant in an inpatient or long-term care setting, EMT, or Surgical Technologist in the past 3 years
• OR Completed an Unlicensed Assistive Personnel Program within the past 3 years
• OR Completed the “fundamentals of nursing” course with clinical in an accredited nursing program or practical nursing education program
• OR Must have Missouri CNA License
• OR Must have MO CNA Appendix AND MO CNA license must be obtained within 120 days of hire

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exhibits valuable time management skills
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
• Available for work on a consistent and timely basis
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• BLS must be obtained within 90 days

Additional Information

• Up to $1,800 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus