Personal Care: Nursing Assistant at Messiah Lifeways

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

20.85

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Personal care, Nursing assistance, Patient support, Technology proficiency, Microsoft Office, Database management, Team collaboration, Verbal communication, Written communication, Detail-oriented, Time management, Patient hygiene, Medical documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Messiah Home - Mechanicsburg, PA 17055Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $17.00 - $20.85 HourlyJob Shift: EveningJob Category: Health CareWho We Are Messiah Lifeways is a non-profit organization located in Mechanicsburg, PA, that provides a network of services for adults, 55 and better living in South Central PA. Our roots trace back to 1896, when the Brethren in Christ Church founded Messiah Home in Harrisburg, PA, to serve older adults with Christ-like love. Who You Are The Enhanced Living Nursing Assistant is charged with providing essential support to patients and residents with daily living activities under the supervision of the nursing staff. The Nursing Assistant is tasked with delivering compassionate, hands-on care to individuals who may require assistance due to age, illness, or disability. As a Nursing Assistant you have the potential to grow into a Med Tech after 90 days of employment and observation. To be successful in this role you’ll need to have knowledge of/experience in the following: Proficiency in technology and systems management - Office Suite (Microsoft), POC, databases Team Collaboration - works effectively and cooperatively with residents, families, supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members Effective and Efficient - skilled in both verbal and written communication across diverse audiences. Highly organized and detail-oriented - maintaining accuracy and focus in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions What You’ll Do Assist residents with personal hygiene when such assistance is needed Encourage and support residents to be as independent as possible in performance of activities of daily living Perform tasks related to personal hygiene and physical comfort of residents as required or requested Answer call bells timely and respond appropriately to the residents’ needs Communicate and take direction from Charge Nurse and/or Enhanced Living Director of Nursing for medical issues and medications Transfer residents from bed to chair, etc., with personnel assistance as necessary Report changes in residents' physical condition, mental status, and appetites to Charge Nurse What Else You’ll Need 18 years of age or older High School Diploma or GED equivalent Nursing Assistant training (preferred but not required) 1 Year Clerical experience in healthcare setting preferred, but not required Why You Should Choose to Work with Us We work hard to create a One Team culture of care and collaboration and ensure that team members are best equipped to lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. Messiah Lifeways team members genuinely enjoy what they do, who they serve, and the people they work alongside. Click here to learn more about what we offer in our comprehensive benefits package. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Nursing Assistant provides essential daily living support and compassionate hands-on care to residents under nursing supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with personal hygiene, monitoring physical conditions, and facilitating resident mobility.