Nurse Assistant Nursing Floats MHB

About the role

Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the patients and/or nursing unit.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living
• Provide nursing care to non-acutely ill patients
• Maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse

Education

• High School diploma or GED

Certifications

• BLS within six (6) months of hire/transfer

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

• Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, walking
• Desire and skill to meet the needs of acute care patients
• Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care
• Ability to assist other hospital staff in direct patient care
• Computer literate
• Ability to read with comprehension

Working Conditions

• Ability to cope with stress and handle multiple priorities is required
• Obligation to conserve supplies, equipment and time in a cost-effective environment
• May also be exposed to communicable diseases