Nursing assistants work in hospitals too! If you have always wanted to work in a hospital, but thought it might be an impossible dream it's definitely not! In a hospital a nursing assistant can and will provide direct nursing care to hospital patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will measure and record the patient's temperature, pulse and respiration rates. You will assist the nursing staff in moving patients in whatever form is needed. You will also be giving more personal care by helping patients eat, wash and drink. This way you will give all the hands on, tender loving care you have always wanted to give and work in the hospital you dreamed of. A nursing assistant is also the first step care in preserving the patient's dignity. With your care and gentle hand, you will ensure the comfort of each patient you care for. There are many different areas in a hospital setting which you can gain experience. These include medicine, surgery, oncology, operating theatres, neurology, elderly care, maternity and outpatient clinics. You will likely work a rotating shift just like registered nurses and doctors do. Often times, there are part time positions available if that suits your needs and lifestyle better. As you can see, nursing assistants have many options in a hospital setting. This could be an option that you'll find is right for you.
Working as a nursing assistant in a doctor's office is a wonderful option for any nursing assistant. Your hours are regular, your staff never changes and you get to see patients in a calm manner, most of the time anyway. As a nursing assistant in a doctor's office, you become the glue that holds the pieces together. You will assist the doctor and the nurses, forming a bond with each that is invaluable. You will take the patients vital statistics upon their arrival. You will be the patient's first impression of this doctor and his office. Your mannerisms, hygiene and communication skills will reflect on the office as a whole. Your love of your job will shine through and make everyone you work with look good. As the nursing assistant, you may be the person the patient gives that small bit of information that makes all the difference to. They might just be reminiscing about the dinner they ate when they first started to feel badly or that first ski trip when their knee hurt the worst. Your listening skills will be constantly tested and of the utmost importance. When taking a job as a nursing assistant in a doctor's office, consider these things in addition to the skills you learned in school and you're aware that you'll be using. Consider the level at which you will deal with the patients, be sure it's a good fit for you.
If you are an employer looking for a nursing assistant, there are a lot of avenues you can take to find one. There is always the basic ad in your local newspaper. You can and will attract a broad spectrum of potential employees with this option. It is a low cost, high profile way to get the word out. Then, there is the newer option of an internet advertisement. This gets out into the World Wide Web to an even broader audience. Internet advertising may even attract new and interesting people into your area. This is a low cost, high profile option to explore. Another possibility for finding a nursing assistant is to visit your local college or continuing education center. Seek out the actual classes and bring in employees from there. You can even speak to the class instructor and get their take on a particular student whose application you have reviewed and you're interested in finding out more about. This way, you not only get to review their qualifications but their personal habits as well. As you well know, an office works as a team. Be sure that this new nursing assistant is not only a team player, but a player that will meld well with your particular team. A good fit is very important.