Employment Type:Part timeShift:Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital the Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting physicians while providing exceptional treatment to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

What you will do

Collect and report patient information and dataHelp patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, diet, fluid intake, skin care, bathing and dressing, positioning, transfers, mobility and ambulationPatient TransportCollection of specimensDistribution of linens and supplies to patient roomsDeliver ice and beverages to patientsAs assigned, stays with at-risk patients to monitor patient safety

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  High school diploma or equivalent.  Graduate of a Connecticut approved Nurse Aide Training Program preferred or in process of earning a BA in Nursing OR Health Sciences with at least one clinical completed OR significant previous healthcare related experienceProof with college transcript required OR have significant nurse assistant/healthcare related experience is requiredCertification:  BLS certification requiredPrevious experience as a Nursing Assistant in an acute care setting preferredAbility to pass drug screening and background check

Position Highlights and Benefits

Per-Diem, Rotating Shift, work weekends/holiday as scheduledCareer growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.