DOU Nursing Assistant

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Department: Direct Observation Unit

Shift’s Available: Days

Hours
: 12-hour shifts: 7a - 7ap

Employment Type:Full Time

Location:Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL

We are seeking a
Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nursing Assistant (Certified or Non-Certified), also referred to as a Med-Surg Tele PCU Nursing Assistant. The Med-Surg/Tele/PCU Nursing Assistant provides basic patient care,monitoring vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring patient safety for adults recovering from surgeries or illnesses while on heart monitors. They play a critical role inobservingpatients, reporting changes, andmaintaininga safe, supportive environment to promote recovery.

** If youare a non-licensed

Nursing Assistant (NA) or a Certified (CNA) and have no prior experience, weencourageyouto apply.

Entry-Level NAs or CNAsare welcome to apply!

• Basic patient care:help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating

• Vital signs monitoring:take and record blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation

• Mobilityassistance:help patients get in and out of bed, walk, or use assistive devices.

• EKG lead maintenance:ensure telemetry monitors (heart monitors) are properly connected and functioning — though Certified Nursing Assistant’s(CNA’s) don'tusually interpret heart rhythms, they might recognize when alarms go off andimmediatelyalert registered nurses

• Observation:monitor patients for any physical changes (shortness of breath, chest pain, altered mental status) and quickly notifying the nursing staff

• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current

• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology

• Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate or within 6 months of hire and maintain current

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate, preferred

• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office, preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options

• Paid vacation, sicktimeand holidays

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

• Employer 401K options

• Tuition reimbursement options

• Life, disability, and other insurance options

• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:

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