CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT STARTING RATE: $16.24 (WITHOUT EXPERIENCE) + $2.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE

STUDENT NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT STARTING RATE: $15.92 (WITHOUT EXPERIENCE) + $2.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A RELOCATION STIPEND IF MOVING MORE THAN 50 MILES FROM BLESSING HEALTH SYSTEM

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

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403b + matching Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year Onsite childcare - Quincy & Pittsfield locations 24/7 Wellness Center access - Quincy & Pittsfield locations Educational assistance opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

The Surgical unit has 41 private rooms and is located on the third floor. This unit cares for patients who are above 17 years of age who require medical/surgical nursing care. The primary population served is surgical to include but not limited to: orthopedics, bariatrics, vascular, neurology and general surgery. This unit also serves general medical patients with diagnosis including but not limited to: sepsis, respiratory diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, skin and wound conditions and infections. Modified primary nursing is the care delivery model utilized and includes the following team members: Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Case Managers, Discharge Planners, Social Workers and Unit Secretary. The team is also supported by a unit-based Pharmacist, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, and an Unit-based Educator. This position is responsible for providing assistance with patient care activities and non-nursing tasks under the direct supervision of the RN and in cooperation with other nursing staff. This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including infant through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training/Experience:

REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or Equivalent; or, be of at least 16 years of age with an active C.N.A. certification. Good verbal communication skills Must be one of the following: (N/A for PCA, SNA or PCT) C.N.A • PCA, SNA- Must have completed one of the following: Patient Care Experience Completed a C.N.A. Program Completed at least sophomore year of a nursing program

License/Certifications/Special Requirements:

Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing on the state Nurse Aide Registry (N/A for PCA's, SNA's or PCT)

Pay Status:

NON-EXEMPT HOURLY 

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