CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)/ STUDENT NURSING ASSISTANT (SNA) - Blessing Hospital

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT STARTING RATE: $16.24 (WITHOUT EXPERIENCE) + $2.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE

STUDENT NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT STARTING RATE: $15.92 (WITHOUT EXPERIENCE) + $2.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A RELOCATION STIPEND IF MOVING MORE THAN 50 MILES FROM BLESSING HEALTH SYSTEM

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

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• 403b + matching
• Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year
• Onsite childcare - Quincy & Pittsfield locations
• 24/7 Wellness Center access - Quincy & Pittsfield locations
• Educational assistance opportunities

JOB SUMMARY The Surgical unit has 41 private rooms and is located on the third floor. This unit cares for patients who are above 17 years of age who require medical/surgical nursing care. The primary population served is surgical to include but not limited to: orthopedics, bariatrics, vascular, neurology and general surgery. This unit also serves general medical patients with diagnosis including but not limited to: sepsis, respiratory diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, skin and wound conditions and infections. Modified primary nursing is the care delivery model utilized and includes the following team members: Registered Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, Case Managers, Discharge Planners, Social Workers and Unit Secretary. The team is also supported by a unit-based Pharmacist, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, and an Unit-based Educator.

This position is responsible for providing assistance with patient care activities and non-nursing tasks under the direct supervision of the RN and in cooperation with other nursing staff.

This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including infant through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.

This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Process and Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital. JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training/Experience:

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; or, be of at least 16 years of age with an active C.N.A. certification.
• Good verbal communication skills
• Must be one of the following: (N/A for PCA, SNA or PCT)
  • C.N.A
• PCA, SNA- Must have completed one of the following:
  • Patient Care Experience
  • Completed a C.N.A. Program
  • Completed at least sophomore year of a nursing program

License/Certifications/Special Requirements:

• Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing on the state Nurse Aide Registry. (N/A for PCA's,SNA's or PCT)

Pay Status:

NON-EXEMPT HOURLY

EEO Statement: Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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