Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines·Des Moines, Iowa
The Nursing Assistant provides compassionate direct patient care, including hygiene, feeding, and mobility assistance. They also maintain unit cleanliness, manage supplies, and assist with patient transport between treatment areas.
Perform services for patients including bathing using basin-less bath products, oral hygiene, oral feeding and care of hair Participate in hourly rounds Transport patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary, and assist transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs Maintain the cleanliness of various instruments and equipment such as bedpans, urinals and wheelchairs Keep patients’ rooms in clean and orderly condition Maintain unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma/GED OR relevant work experience (3+ years) BLS is required within 90 days of hire
Hospital experience as a nursing assistant, certification as a nursing assistant or experience in a related field (i.e. medical assistant, actively enrolled RN student) Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, or at least 3 years of relevant work experience. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Market context
In Iowa, nursing roles often stay competitive because healthcare employers need candidates who are already in an accredited RN program and hold required certifications such as BLS for Healthcare Providers and Mandatory Reporter training. This role may appeal to applicants seeking a monthly stipend plus licensure and board fee reimbursement. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; confirm your enrollment status, certifications, and training before applying.
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