Job Description

We are seeking a Progressive Care Nursing Assistant, also referred to as a PCU NA, Stepdown NA or Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) NA. The PCU Nursing Assistant will work in our step-down unit and provide essential support to nurses by delivering direct patient care to patients who require close monitoring but more stable than those in the ICU. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Shift’s Available: Nights

Hours: 12-hour shift: 7p - 7a

Employment Type: Per Diem/PRN

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan

• 401K

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Help patients maintain their personal hygiene and comfort by assisting with daily tasks they may struggle with due to illness or weakness (such as bathing, dressing, feeding and toileting)

• Monitor and document vital signs like blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature which helps the healthcare team track patient progress and detect early signs of decline or improvement

• Help with patient mobility by assisting with transfers, repositioning, and ambulation to prevent complications and help with circulation

• Observe patients for changes in condition and reporting concerns promptly to nursing staff

• Supporting basic medical procedures under nurse supervision, such as collecting specimens or helping with wound care

• Maintain a clean and safe environment, including infection control measures

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

• 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

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physicians office

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf