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Nursing Assistant - Critical Care

Great Plains Health·North Platte, Nebraska

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provides routine patient care, including assistance with daily living activities and the collection of vital signs and specimens. Responsible for documenting patient data and supporting the efficient operation of the nursing unit.

Great people. Great careers. Join the team at great plains health, where you can be a part of something, well, great.

Job Title

Nursing Assistant

Cost Center

Critical Care

Job Description

This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical record; provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Credentials
  • Current Nurse Aide licensure in the state of Nebraska.
  • Required certifications: BLS
  • Oxygen certification (Medication Aide Training Hospital based) required within 6 months of hiring. Update to be completed every 2 years.
  • Work Environment
  • A patient care setting. Exposure to blood and body fluids, contagious disease, hazardous chemicals, dangerous fumes, medical gases, and exposure to out of control patients, which may result in physical and/or verbal abuse.

Physical Demands

1. Sit frequently.

2. Stand and/or walk frequently.

3. Lift 50 pounds frequently.

4. Carry 25 pounds frequently

5. Bend, kneel, and crawl frequently.

6. Reach floor to overhead frequently.

7. Climb stairs in a variety of situations frequently.

8. Visual acuity, color vision manual dexterity and eye hand coordination within normal limits.

Essential Functions

1.

Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and assisting patients with nutritional intake, as needed.

2.

Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care.

Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.

Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.

3.

Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.

Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.

4.

Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice.

Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.

5.

Maintains a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.

6.

May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel.

Join us. Join great. Join the dynamic team at great plains health and be a part of something truly exceptional. At great plains health, we embody a culture defined by authenticity, integrity, and a genuine commitment to listening to both our patients and each other.

As a member of our team, you'll experience a supportive environment where collaboration is key, and every voice is valued. We work together seamlessly, leveraging our collective strengths to provide the highest quality care to our community.

Passion drives us forward, propelling us to constantly strive for excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career in healthcare surrounded by like-Minded individuals who share your dedication and enthusiasm, great plains health is the place for you. Come join us and be part of a team that's making a real difference every day.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma and current Nurse Aide licensure in the state of Nebraska. BLS and Oxygen certification must be obtained within six months of hire.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • BLS Certification
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Documentation
  • Specimen Collection
  • Medical Record Documentation
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Patient Transportation
  • Patient Mobility Support
  • Nutritional Assistance
  • Basic Hygiene Assistance

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
North Platte, Nebraska
Posted
Jun 3, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Great Plains Health

Based in North Platte, Nebraska, Great Plains Health is a fully accredited, 116-bed acute-care regional medical center serving western and central Nebraska, northern Kansas and southern South Dakota. With 90 physicians representing nearly 30 medical specialties, the Great Plains...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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