Nursing Assistant II

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant II – Neuro and Cardiology unit, Telemetry, 3E 
Location: Baptist Health Lexington – Lexington, KY 
Schedule: Part-time | 3rd Shift (Nights) | 12-hour shifts | 2 days per week 
 

SUMMARY 

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or licensed care team member, the Nursing Assistant II provides direct patient care and support services to patients and families. This role performs selected nursing procedures and routine patient care to assist nursing personnel in treatment, comfort, and safety. 

UNIT DESCRIPTION  

3E is a 19 bed telemetry unit, specializing in neurology and medical cardiology patients. The staff on 3E care for patients who come to BHL for our Comprehensive Stoke Care Program and nurses on 3E have additional certifications and training to provide high quality care to our Stoke population. Patient are admitted from the ED, ICU or direct admits on this unit.  

 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Provide hands-on care to postpartum mothers and newborns 
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, hygiene) 
• Take and record vital signs accurately 
• Perform blood glucose monitoring, EKGs, venipuncture, and specimen collection as delegated 
• Support ambulation, transfers, and postpartum recovery needs 
• Respond promptly to patient/family needs and call lights 
• Maintain patient safety, dignity, and privacy 
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transitions of care 
• Participate in unit tasks including restocking supplies, linen management, and basic clerical duties 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Education: 
High School Diploma or GED required 

Licensure/Certification: 
• Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required 
OR completion of first year of nursing school with successful clinical validation 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire 

Experience: 
Previous healthcare experience preferred but not required 

Skills: 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a care team 
• Detail-oriented with sound judgment and clinical observation skills 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting 
• Ability to safely assist or move patients 
• Exposure to clinical environments and biological hazards 

 
Benefits:  

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance 

• 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 Sharin