Baptist Health·Jasper, Alabama
Provide direct patient care by assisting with daily hygiene, mobility, and nutrition needs under the supervision of nursing staff. Monitor and record vital signs while maintaining a safe and clean healthcare environment for patients.
Baptist Health Princeton Hospital offers great NEW competitive pay and benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care) Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt ALL benefits start on day one! Nursing Assistant II FT Nights IMC
The Nursing Assistant II provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This role supports patients with daily care activities, monitors vital signs, and helps maintain a safe and comfortable environment. You will work closely with nurses, physicians, and the healthcare team to support patient recovery and deliver compassionate care to patients and their families.
What You'll Do As a Nursing Assistant I, you will assist patients with daily care needs and help maintain a safe, comfortable healthcare environment. Responsibilities include: Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and elimination Monitor and record vital signs Support patient admissions, transfers, and discharges Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment Communicate patient concerns to nurses and healthcare staff Participate in patient rounding and shift handoff reports Respond to patient call lights and requests Transport equipment, supplies, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances) Join Our Healthcare Team If you are passionate about patient care and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply today. Start your healthcare career with Baptist Health Walker Hospital.
Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Training One of the following is required: Completion of a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant program Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – State of Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Graduate of an approved school of nursing Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Paramedic, or Medical Corpsman Internationally licensed medical personnel Certification Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification Experience One year of healthcare experience within the past five years in a relevant healthcare setting Experience may not be required for graduates of approved training programs.
Requires a high school diploma and completion of a Nursing Assistant program or a relevant certification such as CNA, LPN, or EMT. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification is required, and one year of healthcare experience is preferred but not required for recent graduates.
Market context
Nursing roles in Alabama typically stay active across hospitals, clinics, and other care settings, especially when units need licensed RNs who can start quickly. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for current Alabama or multistate RN licensure, BLS, and education that meets the unit’s needs, with BSN or specialty certifications sometimes preferred. Review the unit-specific certification timeline and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.