Nursing Assistant - Nursing Float Pool - PRN
Company: Christus Health
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: March 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary:The Nursing Assistant is qualified to attend
to the needs of the Patient area, performing duties as indicated by
the responsibilities checked above under the direct supervision of
the unit charge person. The Nursing Assistant is trained in the
delivery of age appropriate care by hospital policy. Performs
assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital's philosophy,
values, standards, policies, and procedures.Responsibilities:Meets
expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of
Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Vital signs are
completed and reported. Answers telephone, records necessary
information, and routes calls or message to appropriate personnel.
Keeps patients' records current. Notifies the nurse of any
significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of
identification. Requisitions supplies and equipment. Returns all
films by the end of the shift. Transports patient as indicated.
Obtains x-rays and medical records as indicated. Assist in the
chemotherapy area as needed. Keeps ample blank charts available for
new patients. Types correspondence, reports, and photocopies
information as indicated. Ensures that all charts are supplied with
appropriate forms for documentation. Relays messages to the
appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving message.
Prioritizes orders in the order entry system in a timely and
accurate manner. All reports are posted in a timely and accurate
manner. Schedules patient's appointments with the physician's
office, other departments and follow-up. Uses computer system(s)
appropriately. Assists others as necessary, always using time
constructively. Pre-admits all patients prior to the patient's day
of initial consultation Answers telephone properly, screening
calls, pulling charts, and relaying messages to appropriate staff
in a professional manner. Demonstrates ability to recognize
priorities and deal with them appropriately. Order entry for
radiology and laboratory procedures Collects co-pays and takes
monies to the appropriate area.Job Requirements:Education/Skills
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Experience Previous
experience as a Nurse Assistant in a hospital setting preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required In
accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and
Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to
obtain the required certifications for their respective positions
within the designated time frame.Work Schedule:MULTIPLE SHIFTS
AVAILABLEWork Type:Per Diem As Needed
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