Nursing Asst

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant, Women's Health, Inpatient Oncology, Medical-Surgical 

Location: Baptist Health Lexington, 5B 

Schedule: Part-time | 1st Shift

About the unit: 5B is a 22-bed medical/surgical unit specializing in women’s care, oncology, gynecology, and palliative/hospice care. The unit also cares for patients receiving chemotherapy. In addition, 5B provides post-operative care for plastic surgery and general surgery patients.  

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)  

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.