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Nursing Assistant

BHS·Lexington, Kentucky

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 8 days ago
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Nursing Assistant

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 397 similar openings in the Lexington area · median $60,000

About the role

Provides direct patient care and related support under the direction of a Registered Nurse or licensed care team member. Performs routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients.

Summary

Job Description

Unit Description: 4H is a 20 bed telemetry unit, with 3 beds admitting progressive care populations (PCU). This unit specializes in post-op CABG patients, post-op cardiac surgery, valve replacement/repair, vascular surgeries, CHF and moderate risk chest pain patients. The population has multiple co-morbidities and complex care. The patient population is transferred from ICU, ED, and PACU.

Shift: Full Time, Nights

Job Description

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member: Provides direct patient care and related support by performing selected nursing procedures. Performs routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients. Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required: High School Diploma or equivalent. Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education. Must provide a letter from their school verifying the completion of their first year clinicals. Basic Life Support- Applicants will have 30 days from their hired date to provide completion of this certification if they don’t have it already.

Benefits

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Identity Theft Protection Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification or completion of the first year of a nursing program. Applicants must also possess or obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Patient care
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Clinical excellence
  • Clinical documentation
  • Nursing procedures
  • Basic life support
  • Cardiac surgery support
  • Vascular surgery support

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
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BHS

Baptist Health System is a recognized leader in healthcare in San Antonio and South Texas. Since 1903, Baptist Health System has been caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in San Antonio, south Texas and beyond. Baptist Health System is the first to bring...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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In Kentucky, nursing assistant openings are commonly tied to hospitals and long-term care settings, where employers often prefer candidates with CNA credentials and prior patient-care experience. This role can be competitive because basic education, BLS within 90 days, and hands-on care experience all help you stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification timeline before applying.

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