Nurse Assistant

Part-time (Benefit Eligible), Days/Evenings, 7A-7:30P and 7a-3:30p

Hours/Pay Period: 64

FTE: 0.8

Powers Health is hiring a Nurse Assistant for IMCU to work evenings at Community Hospital in Munster, IN.

The Intermediate Care is a 32-bed multidisciplinary 24‑hour unit located on the third floor of the Parkview Tower. Patients over the age of twelve may be admitted to this unit, but the average age is 67. The highest volume of medical diagnosis, but surgical patients are admitted. The most frequent diagnosis include: angina, R/O or Post MI, Cardiac dysrhythmia, CAD, COPD, CHF, pre‑post PTCA, post stent, general surgical patients requiring cardiac monitoring/observation post‑op, diabetes, CVA and peripheral vascular diseases.

• Performs various designated patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort and safety of the patient in accordance with Hospital Policy and Nursing Service Standards.
• Assists patients with ADLs, ambulation, mobility, positioning, turning and lifting while maintaining all Safety Patient Care Practices.
• Assists patients with transfers and discharges.
• Assists patients with nutritional needs ie passing and collecting food trays, feeding patients, providing fresh water every shift, assist with maintenance of special diets and between meal nourishment.

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• One year direct patient care experience with successful completion of competency exam, completion of one semester of clinicals in nursing program or completion of nursing assistant certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Completes annual skill validations as well as safety and infection control procedures.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Wellness program, including free screenings
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Reward and recognition programs