About the role
Bonus Amount 1,500
Bonus Information
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
Overview
- Department: Medical Surgical Acute Unit 5
- Shift’s Available: Nights
- Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)
Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL
We are seeking a Medical-Surgical Nursing Assistant , also referred to as a Med-Surg Tele Nursing Assistant. The Med-Surg/Tele Nursing Assistant provides basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring patient safety for adults recovering from surgeries or illnesses while on heart monitors. They play a critical role in observing patients, reporting changes, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment to promote recovery. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.
Responsibilities
Basic patient care
help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating
Vital signs monitoring
take and record blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation
Mobility assistance
help patients get in and out of bed, walk, or use assistive devices.
EKG lead maintenance
ensure telemetry monitors (heart monitors) are properly connected and functioning — though Certified Nursing Assistant’s (CNA’s) don't usually interpret heart rhythms, they might recognize when alarms go off and immediately alert registered nurses
Observation
monitor patients for any physical changes (shortness of breath, chest pain, altered mental status) and quickly notifying the nursing staff
Qualifications
Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current
Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology
- Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate or within 6 months of hire and maintain current
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate, preferred
- Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office, preferred
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
Competitive compensation
Medical insurance benefit plan
401K
- Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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- Employment Status Per Diem
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