Nursing Assistant

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center!

Nursing Assistant - Full Time. Day or Night shift, 7a-7

30p, 7p-7:30a. This position is eligible for applicable shift pay differentials.

Nursing Assistants provide hands-on patient care and support in inpatient programs, including detox, rehab, and residential treatment. They help maintain a safe, caring environment while working with the healthcare team to support patient well-being.

Responsibilities

• INCLUDE:
• Assist patients with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and using the bathroom
• Help patients move safely, including transfers and using wheelchairs, walkers, or canes
• Provide nursing care by performing medical tasks including vital signs, weight, finger-stick blood tests, ECGs, and breathalyzer tests. Collect specimens for point-of-care testing as needed.
• Make sure patients eat, drink, and stay hydrated
• Assist with room searches, skin assessments, conduct patient safety checks are required
• Guide patients for scheduled medications, provider visits, lab tests, groups and activities, etc.
• Monitor medical supply inventory and replenish stock
• Provide assistance during admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Provide emotional support and help during emergencies and/or crisis situations. Complete incident reports as necessary
• Encourage patients to take part in their treatment and recovery
• Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values

Other duties

This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.