What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Summary
Job Description:
Nursing Assistant – Labor and Delivery
Location : Baptist Health Lexington – Lexington, KY
Schedule: Part-time | 3rd Shift (Nights) | 12-hour shifts | 2 days per week
UNIT DESCRIPTION
Labor and Delivery is a high-risk specialized unit that provides care to pregnant individuals prior to and during labor, childbirth, and the immediate postpartum period. This unit has 17 private birthing suites, 5 Triage/PACU beds, 4 OR Rooms, 3 bed Obstetric Emergency Department care, and a specialized Antepartum unit that provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies and post-partum diagnoses needing supportive care.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care and support services to patients and families. This role performs selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and overall care of patients.
REQUIREMENTS:
-High School Diploma or equivalent
-Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year clinical classes in nursing school and validation of a clinical consistent with level of education.
-Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain -BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
BENEFITS:
-Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
-Life Insurance
-Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
-Identity Theft Protection
-Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
-Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
-5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
-Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
-PTO Sell Back Program
-Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
-Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
-Retirement with Company Match
Please note: These benefits apply to Part-Time positions. (24-31.99 weekly hours)
Work Experience
Education
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.