SummaryJob Description:Nursing Asst,Labor and DeliveryUnit 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, 8 Triage/PACU beds, 4 OR Rooms, and a specialized Antepartum unit that provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies and post-partum diagnoses needing supportive care.Shift:Full-time, NightsJob Summary:- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Patient Care Tech (PCT/HUC) provides direct patient care and related support.- Performs selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients.Key Responsibilities:Assist with Patient Needs- Personal Hygiene Support:Assist patients with bathing, dental care, grooming, and dressing while maintaining their dignity and privacy.- Toileting Assistance:Aid patients with bowel and bladder functions, ensuring they are not left unattended during bathroom assistance and documenting intake and output (I & O).- Nutritional and Mobility Support:Help patients with eating and drinking, serve meals, and assist in positioning for meals while ensuring proper body alignment during transfers and activities.Perform Patient Care- Vital Signs and Documentation:Take and document vital signs, measure I & O, and assist in preparing patient histories and chart packs as delegated by nursing staff.- Procedure Preparation and Assistance:Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for medical procedures, and provide manual assistance as needed while ensuring adherence to hospital policies.- Direct Patient Care Tasks:Perform hygienic care, assist with feeding, and change dressings as delegated, all while maintaining patient privacy and dignity.Participate in Responsibilities of Unit- Housekeeping and Supply Management:Complete assigned housekeeping duties, replenish and rotate supplies, and run errands as necessary to support unit operations.- Emergency Response and Quality Improvement:Respond to emergency codes and actively participate in quality improvement activities, focusing on patient safety and satisfaction metrics.- Safety Training and Compliance:Attend required safety training programs, understand responsibilities related to safety protocols, and collect and document specimens for laboratory analysis.Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required:- High School Diploma or equivalent.- Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of first year and validation of clinical rotation.- Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)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 MatchPlease note: These benefits are for our full-time positions. (32 weekly hours- 40 weekly hours.)Work ExperienceEducationIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply nowBaptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Job Title
Nursing Assistant