Nursing Department Assistant III – Adult Psychiatry (Night Shift)

About the role

The Nursing Department Assistant III provides support to patients on the 2B Adult Psychiatry Unit at Lutheran Hospital. Working the night shift (11:00 pm‑7:30 am), you will assist with daily living activities, room maintenance, and basic clinical tasks while collaborating with the nursing team.

Key responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and document care in the patient record.
• Perform EKGs, monitor blood glucose, collect specimens, and record vital signs.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of patient areas and equipment.
• Conduct hourly patient safety rounds, ensuring bed alarms and restraints are properly applied.
• Report equipment, supply, or maintenance issues to the RN promptly.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or Red Cross) obtained within the new‑hire period.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting patients and moving equipment.
• Willingness to work nights and handle stressful conditions.

Required skills

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification (preferred).