Nursing Assistant - Behavioral Health Hospital - Full Time Days/Nights Bemidji, Minnesota
Facility: Bemidji Behavioral Crisis Ctr
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 3220 Hannah Ave NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Varied Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $16.78 - $21.12
Pay Info: Sign on Bonus Available!
Union Position: Yes
Department Details
New Inpatient Hospital Behavioral Health
Job Summary
The Nursing Assistant (NA) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The NA provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities; bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs. Administer delegated tasks and treatments. Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
Will collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients as needed. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
Qualifications
Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.
Certification and registration with the Minnesota Board of Nursing Assistant Registry is required. Certification is required if designated by law (i.e. Home Care).
