What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant position at Wabash General Hospital?
The Nursing Assistant provides a range of patient care including: ambulation, transfers, administers hot and cold therapy, administers meals, snacks, and fluids, cleans equipment, collects and bags soiled linens, monitors and records patient intake and output, answers call lights, assists in preparing and transporting surgery patients, collects stool and urine specimens, assists patients with toilet needs, monitors and records temperature, pulse, and respirations when requested, assists with post-mortem care, administers genital care and enemas when needed; assists with catheter care. Provides or assists with basic patient care: comb, shampoo hair, shave, oral hygiene, baths, back rubs, and simple skin care. Notifies supervisor or RN of change in patient condition.
Schedule: three 12-hour shifts per week. Every 2nd or 3rd weekend. Rotating holidays. Occasional on-call.
Shift: 7:00 am-7:30 pm
Requirements:
- CNA Certification is preferred but not required.
- Previous hospital experience is preferred but not required.
Benefits Summary
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health Insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Free internal prescription program
- Employer contributions to premiums.
- Retirement Plans
- 457(b) plan with employer matching.
- 401(a) plan for employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
- Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days.
- Holidays: 6 observed paid holidays
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work schedules
- Remote/hybrid work opportunities
- Other Benefits
- Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
- Additional Perks
- Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses
About Us
At Wabash General Hospital, we are dedicated to putting patients at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our motto, "people you know, helping people you love," we are committed to serving our community with care and compassion.
We offer services for all generations, striving to be the trusted healthcare destination throughout every stage of life. While we are honored to have received numerous awards recognizing our efforts to be the best, what truly sets us apart is the personalized experience we provide to our patients and their families.
Our compassionate and dedicated team is focused on delivering exceptional, individualized care to support patients and their loved ones every step of the way. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.
