What are the responsibilities and job description for the Med/Surg Nursing Assistant and Ward Clerk position at York General Hospital?
Position Title: Med/Surg Nursing Assistant and Ward Clerk - Full Time (FT)
Department: Med/Surg
Reports to: Director, Med/Surg
Find Your Purpose at York General!
Are you compassionate, attentive, and eager to make a difference? Whether you’re looking to build a career in healthcare or love providing hands-on nursing support, this role is a perfect entry point into the medical field! As a Med/Surg Nursing Assistant & Ward Clerk, you’ll play a vital role in patient care while also assisting with clerical and receptionist duties when needed. If you’re a team player with a caring nature and great communication skills, we’d love to have you on board!
Why York General?
- Award-Winning Workplace - Named among Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work for 11 consecutive years!
- No Certification Required - A great way to gain experience in medicine!
- Tuition Assistance - Up to $30,000 for nursing school!
- Shift Differentials - Competitive pay for evenings, nights, and weekends.
What You'll Do:
- Take vital signs, assess weights, and track input/output, communicating important updates to nurses.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, oral care, shaving, and toileting.
- Support meal service by preparing patients for meals, serving trays, and providing feeding assistance as needed.
- Help with patient movement, repositioning, and ambulation, as well as escorting patients as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, ensuring rooms and storage areas are orderly.
- Respond to call lights, assist with communication, and answer phones when nurses and ward clerks are unavailable.
- Perform clerical tasks as a Ward Clerk, including processing orders, maintaining patient charts, updating census sheets, and greeting visitors.
What You Need:
- Strong communication skills, a caring nature, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- BLS certification (or willingness to obtain).
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that cares and start your healthcare journey at York General! Apply today and help us provide high-quality patient care through all stages of life.
Education
Required- High School or GED or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Basic Life Support
Skills
Preferred- Office equipment operation
- Organizational skills
- Self-motivated
- Verbal & written communication
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Preferred- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
