Nursing Assistant

7 North is AnMeds 8-bed Neurointensive Care Unit and 8-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit. While working here you will be working in the second hospital in the state of South Carolina to be designated as a Primary Stroke Unit Our motivated healthcare professionals have been re-designated for over 10 years. Although this unit primarily takes care of stroke patients, they also care for a variety of neurological and neurosurgical patients. Join our dynamic team of inspiring nurses and nursing assistants because a better career starts here SUMMARY: Provides quality patient care under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing personnel. Provides direct or indirect nursing care to patients from pediatrics to geriatric populations in the hospital setting. Provides personal care such as bathing, skin care, turning and positioning, and toileting needs. Assists patients with meals, ambulation and other activities of daily living (ADLs). Obtains and documents vital signs and reports abnormal results to the patients nurse. Measures and records intake, output, height and weight. Participates in hourly rounds on patients, assessing pain, positioning, potty (toileting needs), placement of personal items and call light within reach, and VTE prophylaxis in place. Communicates learning needs to charge nurse or nurse manager. QUALIFICATIONS: Nursing Assistant: High school diploma or GED required Previous experience (preferred) Patient Care Technician (PCT): High School Diploma or GED required Completion of approved Nursing Assistant training course required RN students may be eligible to be considered for Student Nurse Technician opportunities. Students must be able to provide a copy of their college transcript showing successful completion of class requirements. 7 North is AnMed's 8-bed Neurointensive Care Unit and 8-bed Stroke Telemetry Unit. While working here you will be working in the second hospital in the state of South Carolina to be designated as a Primary Stroke Unit Our motivated healthcare professionals have been re-designated for over 10 years. Although this unit primarily takes care of stroke patients, they also care for a variety of neurological and neurosurgical patients. Join our dynamic team of inspiring nurses and nursing assistants because a better career starts here SUMMARY: Provides quality patient care under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing personnel. Provides direct or indirect nursing care to patients from pediatrics to geriatric populations in the hospital setting. Provides personal care such as bathing, skin care, turning and positioning, and toileting needs. Assists patients with meals, ambulation and other activities of daily living (ADLs). Obtains and documents vital signs and reports abnormal results to the patient's nurse. Measures and records intake, output, height and weight. Participates in hourly rounds on patients, assessing pain, positioning, potty (toileting needs), placement of personal items and call light within reach, and VTE prophylaxis in place. Communicates learning needs to charge nurse or nurse manager. QUALIFICATIONS: Nursing Assistant: High school diploma or GED required Previous experience (preferred) Patient Care Technician (PCT): High School Diploma or GED required Completion of approved Nursing Assistant training course required RN students may be eligible to be considered for Student Nurse Technician opportunities. Students must be able to provide a copy of their college transcript showing successful completion of class requirements.