Nurse Aide

The Nurse’s Aide supports clinical staff in providing high-quality, efficient care to patients in a fast-paced urgent care environment. This role involves assisting with basic patient care, preparing exam rooms, performing approved clinical tasks, and ensuring smooth patient flow. The Nurse’s Aide works under the supervision of nurses, providers, and clinic leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for evaluation.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and presenting concerns.
• Assist patients with mobility, comfort, and basic needs.
• Support nurses and providers during patient examinations and procedures
• Monitor patient status and promptly report changes to clinical staff.

Clinical Support:

• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose, urinalysis, strep, flu) as allowed by policy.
• Collect and label specimens accurately.
• Assist with wound care, splinting, and other urgent care procedures (facility-approved).
• Perform EKGs, vision screening, and other delegated tasks.
• Maintain infection control standards, including room cleaning and equipment disinfection.

Operational Tasks:

• Prepare, stock, and organize exam rooms and supply areas.
• Ensure medical equipment is functional and report issues.
• Support patient flow by coordinating with the front desk and clinical team.
• Accurately document patient information in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling tests, providing discharge materials, and answering inquiries.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Medical Assistant, or equivalent preferred (depending on state requirements).
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Prior experience in urgent care, emergency, or high-volume clinical settings preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and accurate documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and assist patients for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, or position patients and equipment (up to 50 lbs or per facility guidelines).
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in urgent or emergent situations.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Paid-Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000