Job Summary
The primary objective of this role is to support nursing personnel in delivering direct patient care and facilitating daily activities. The position involves engaging with patients and ensuring their comfort while assisting with various healthcare tasks.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff in providing direct care to patients.
- Support patients with day-to-day functions such as bathing and meals.
- Help with patient positioning and transportation as needed.
- Carry out basic treatment procedures under supervision.
- Measure and document vital signs accurately.
- Ensure a safe and hygienic care environment is maintained.
- Prepare and sterilize medical supplies for use.
- Engage and communicate regularly with patients and their families.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent certification is mandatory.
- Experience ranging from 0 to 3 years as a nursing assistant or in a patient care-related role is required.
- Preferred certifications include Basic Life Support and Certified Nursing Assistant.
Atlantic Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
