Nursing Assistant - CVU

About the role

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign‑on bonus. Under the direction/supervision of an RN, provides basic nursing care for an assigned group of patients across multiple units, including General Nursing Units, Special Care Areas, Maternal Child Units, Nursery, Pediatric, GI Lab, Chemical Dependent and Psychiatric Units, Emergency Unit, and Surgical Services. Completes established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period and performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High School Graduate or equivalent
• Preferred Education: Completion of a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assisting course
• Preferred Experience: 6 months in the healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures
• Required Courses/Completions: BLS certification obtained through an approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network; Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer to the position

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years of history caring for the community and making a positive difference. The system includes six full‑service hospitals, a specialized children’s hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services, and the Baptist School of Health Professions. The mission is to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.