Nursing Assistant
About the role
At Encompass Health, you'll extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey.
Responsibilities
- Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
- Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
- Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- CPR certification is required.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Pay
Starting pay is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Hours vary based on department and shift requirements.
Skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Patience, empathy, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team are also crucial.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
Encompass Health Way
We lead with empathy, do what's right, focus on the positive, and stand stronger together. We are committed to setting the standard in care and providing a diverse and inclusive workplace.