Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant

Organization: SEMC - Sutter Eden Medical Center

Position Overview:

The Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to a patient population under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description:

Education:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure:

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.
• Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911)
• Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Job Shift: Evenings

Schedule:

Short Hour

Shift

Hours:

8

Days of the Week:
Variable

Weekend Requirements:
Every other Weekend

Benefits:
No

Unions:
Yes

Position Status:
Non-Exempt

Weekly

Hours:

16

Employee Status:
Short Hour

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $33.16 to $37.15 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.