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Professional nursing assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in professional nursing assistant job postings.
Sample professional nursing assistant requirements
  • Current nursing assistant certification.
  • Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Proficiency in basic computer applications.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
Sample required professional nursing assistant soft skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Compassion and empathy for patients.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Adaptability to changing situations and environments.

Professional nursing assistant job description example 1

Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital Inc professional nursing assistant job description

Come and join IU Health as a Generalist-Nursing Professional Development at our Bedford Hospital location.

The Generalist-Nursing Professional Development position promotes and advocates for professional staff development programs and curricula that support the needs of the clinical learner and the organization, beginning with newly hired clinical employee and continuing on through the expert clinician. Models the application of evidence based practice in the scholarship of teaching and learning; providing direction and support through strategic planning to meet the employee's educational needs identified through structural needs assessments, regulatory agency requirements, quality outcomes data and leadership direction. Serves as a role model and expert for clinical educators and advocates for their continued growth and professional development.
* Bachelors Degree of Nursing (BSN) required.
* Requires current state of Indiana license as Registered Nurse.
* Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
* 2 years of experience as a clinical nurse preferred.
* Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
* Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
* Must have the ability and willingness to travel as needed to meet the system educational needs.
* Must have the ability to display knowledge and utilization of principles of adult learning.

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Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. As a condition of employment, IU Health requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza and COVID-19 vaccines, barring an approved exemption. New hires will also be provided the option to submit proof of previous vaccination.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Professional nursing assistant job description example 2

UCHealth professional nursing assistant job description

Supervises daily professional development staff activities for an assigned specialty staff.


Work Schedule:
Full Time Days

Responsibilities:
Determines, coordinates and supervises daily staffing assignments and levels.

Provides direction, orientation, and training, coaching, and mentoring to staff. Performs or assists with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.

Assesses quality of services delivered and facilitates staff development programs. Ensures staff compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.

Performs specialty staffing responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels. Leads the handling and resolution of complex issues and complaints.

Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.


Requirements:



Credentials:
Essential:
* Registered Nurse
* Basic Life Support Other information:
Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Preferred: Master's in Nursing.
Required Licensure/Certification: State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. Additional relevant certifications as determined at position level.
Minimum Experience: 5 years of nursing experience. Preferred: Leadership experience. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. All life support certification cards must be issued by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (American Red Cross for the Professional Rescuer is only good upon hire and all renewals will need to be through an American Heart Association sanctioned course.)

The pay range for this position is:
$40.20 - $62.31/ hour.
Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

UCHealth offers a Five Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of five years' employment.

UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.


At UCHealth, we do things differently


We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado's largest and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients and their families. We foster a true human connection and give people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.

Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.


Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!


UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Professional nursing assistant job description example 3

Trinity Health professional nursing assistant job description

Trinity Health Of New England is looking for Student Nurse Assistants to join our team of mission-driven healthcare caretakers. Our vision is to provide state-of-the-art healthcare to those within our local communities, creating a positive impact for each individual that walks through our doors. The Professional Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting while providing exceptional care to patients with a variety of medical conditions.

Saint Francis Hospital is offering an exciting opportunity for BSN/ADN Nursing Students actively enrolled in an accredited nursing program that have completed one semester of clinical education to join our team as a Student Nurse Assistant (SNA). SNAs will function in a supportive role to the registered nurse and work collaboratively with the inter-professional team in delivering patient care. This position allows the student nurse to gain clinical experience in providing care to a diverse patient population and to develop communication and organizational skills.

Responsible for carrying out tasks supportive and complimentary to nursing practice according to philosophy, policies, procedures and/or protocols of Saint Francis Hospital, as designated and supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates consistent ability to care for patients of all ages
**_Top Reasons to Work at Trinity Health of New England:_**

+ Become a valued member of an excellent, dedicated healthcare team

+ Great benefits

+ Patient-centric environment

+ Career growth and advancement potential

**_Work Hours/Shift:_**

+ Per diem with rotation. Must work at least 24 hours per 6 week schedule period.

**_You Will Be Responsible For_** :

+ **Exceptional Patient Care** : Contributes to overall quality of nursing care through performance improvement techniques that impact patient care positively.

+ **Excellent Communicator** : Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with admin, colleagues, patients and family member.

+ **Strong Educator:** Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided.

+ **Technical Familiarity:** Understanding in computer-based applications (E-MAR, clinical documentation), email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office.

+ **Active Teamwork** : Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

**_Requirements_** :

+ **Education** : An ADN/BSN nursing student currently enrolled in an accredited program preparing for professional nursing practice.

+ **Experience:** Must have completed one or more clinical course in which they have had an opportunity to perform basic nursing skills.

+ **Certification** :: Current AHA/Red Cross BLS certification

+ **Skills:** Ability to read, write and speak English and do simple math problems.

+ Ability to pass drug screenings and background checks

+ Must have availability to complete mandatory orientation

**_About Trinity Health Of New England_**

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Trinity Health Of New England benefits include health insurance, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, sick time, and professional advancement just to name a few.

Employees can also take advantage of extra benefits specific to each hospital.

**Step up to your potential. Write your story and apply today!**

**Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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