Nursing Assistant - Jacksonville

DescriptionSummary: The Nursing Assistant is qualified to attend to the needs of the Patient area, performing duties as indicated by the responsibilities checked above under the direct supervision of the unit charge person. The Nursing Assistant is trained in the delivery of age appropriate care by hospital policy. Performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital’s philosophy, values, standards, policies, and procedures. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Vital signs are completed and reported. Answers telephone, records necessary information, and routes calls or message to appropriate personnel. Keeps patients' records current. Notifies the nurse of any significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of identification. Requisitions supplies and equipment. Returns all films by the end of the shift. Transports patient as indicated. Obtains x-rays and medical records as indicated. Assist in the chemotherapy area as needed. Keeps ample blank charts available for new patients. Types correspondence, reports, and photocopies information as indicated. Ensures that all charts are supplied with appropriate forms for documentation. Relays messages to the appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving message. Prioritizes orders in the order entry system in a timely and accurate manner. All reports are posted in a timely and accurate manner. Schedules patient’s appointments with the physician’s office, other departments and follow-up. Uses computer system(s) appropriately. Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively. Pre-admits all patients prior to the patient’s day of initial consultation Answers telephone properly, screening calls, pulling charts, and relaying messages to appropriate staff in a professional manner. Demonstrates ability to recognize priorities and deal with them appropriately. Order entry for radiology and laboratory procedures Collects co-pays and takes monies to the appropriate area. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience Previous experience as a Nurse Assistant in a hospital setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS certification preferred upon hire, and required within 30 days of hire. Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below for more information:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925. Additional Information: - Specialty: Nursing Assistant - Location: 2026 South JacksonJacksonville, Texas 75766 - Contact: About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.