Nursing Assistant

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Lexington, KY Until 9/2/2026 0+ years exp First posted June 11, 2026 Last posted July 4, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Nursing Assistant, Medical/Surgical,Telemetry (2FG) 

Unit Overview: 2F/G is a dynamic 30-bed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit recognized for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care with strong clinical outcomes and efficient throughput. This unit is a trusted destination for acute telemetry patients, providing continuous cardiac monitoring in a fast-paced, highly skilled environment. 

Shift: Full-time, 1st Shift

JOB SUMMARY: 

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

REQUIREMENTS: 

-High School Diploma or equivalent 
-Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year clinical classes in nursing school and validation of a clinical consistent with level of education. 
-Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain -BLS within 30 days of their hire date. 

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 

Please note: These benefits apply to Full-Time positions.  (32 weekly hours- 40 weekly hours) 

Work Experience

Education

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.

About this role

Summary

Assist nurses in patient care on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit, supporting clinical procedures and routines

Job title

Nursing Assistant

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Lexington, KY; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Kentucky Nurse Aide CertificationBLS certification

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

medical-surgicaltelemetry
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lexington, KY, USA

On-site City