Nursing Assistant - Surgical Oncology Stepdown - Night

Position Summary

ORLANDO HEALTH CANCER INSTITUTE

As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region's adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment, and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas - including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care - from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review "60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs" list.

Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.

Surgical Oncology Step-Down

Surgical Oncology Step-Down is a 30-bed unit providing specialized care for acute preoperative and postoperative patients. Our surgical population primarily consists of patients with breast, head and neck, urologic and GI solid tumors. We are a great unit for those who enjoy teaming with a uniquely resilient and strong population within a higher acuity level. This unit also provides an excellent pathway to those interested in advancing to ICU.

Position Summary

The Nursing Assistant performs patient care to patients under the direction and supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Education/Training

High school graduate or equivalent

One (1) year of nursing assistant work experience within the past five years may be substituted for completion of one of the below

trainings

• Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant Program; or

• State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification; or

• State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse; or

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing; or

• Medical Corpsman, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic; or

• Medical personnel licensed outside the United States Licensure/Certification

Licensure/Certification

Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

One (1) year of experience within the past five years in a relevant healthcare setting. No experience required for graduates of an approved school of nursing, or other trainings listed in training requirements.

Education/Training

High school graduate or equivalent

One (1) year of nursing assistant work experience within the past five years may be substituted for completion of one of the below

trainings

• Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Assistant Program; or

• State of Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification; or

• State of Florida Licensed Practical Nurse; or

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing; or

• Medical Corpsman, Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic; or

• Medical personnel licensed outside the United States Licensure/Certification

Licensure/Certification

Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

One (1) year of experience within the past five years in a relevant healthcare setting. No experience required for graduates of an approved school of nursing, or other trainings listed in training requirements.