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Nursing Assistant II-Surgical Unit-Nights-Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital-Lakeland, FL

Orlando Health logoOrlando HealthLAKELAND, FLPosted 4d ago
  • No experience required
  • Nights
  • BLS
  • RN license

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $19.67 an hour, the middle half $19.29–$20.88, across 62 jobs that state their pay. Certified nursing assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $18.03 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Position Summary The Orlando Health System of Care 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, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Join us! Combining the collective strengths of two powerhouse organizations, Orlando Health and the high-quality physicians at Watson Clinic are expanding access to award-winning specialty care for patients in Polk County and beyond. Opening in summer 2026, Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – a state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital – will serve as a vital 550,000 square-foot healthcare hub offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services – including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning. Benefits Beyond the Expected 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. Benefits that begin on Day 1 Four (4) weeks paid parental leave Debt-free degrees through our Preferred Education Program Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs Back-up childcare and elder care Fertility benefits and adoption assistance NCLEX reimbursement Free NCPDs for RN license Free Kaplan review courses Dedicated RN career counselor and GN Coordinators to develop you Specialty certifications reimbursement And more! Position Summary: Performs patient care to patients under the direction and supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs. Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment. Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team. Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality. Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed. Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Baptist Health specific policies and guidelines. Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team. Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients. Provides exceptional service and or care for all patients, families, customers, and team members. Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Baptist Health and unit specific competencies. Maintains a clean, neat, safe, and organized nursing unit. Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights, and guest requests. Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility. May have limited access to areas storing medications. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures. Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes. Participates in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently. Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls, and guest requests. Attends hospital, unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy. Completes all mandatory training. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on principles of growth and development over the life span. Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. Qualifications 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 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. 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 training listed in training requirements. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs. Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, neat, and organized patient environment. Maintains safety and security of patients, families, self, and other members of the healthcare team. Assures patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality. Follows standard precautions, always washes hands between patients. Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rates, food and fluid intake and output as directed. Obtains data and accurately documents pertinent patient information according to Baptist Health specific policies and guidelines. Recognizes and communicates appropriate information and safety concerns regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and or other members of the healthcare team. Participates in handoff report and purposeful hourly rounding of patients. Provides exceptional service and or care for all patients, families, customers, and team members. Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills as defined by Baptist Health and unit specific competencies. Maintains a clean, neat, safe, and organized nursing unit. Receives and processes incoming phone calls, patient call lights, and guest requests. Transports and delivers items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility. May have limited access to areas storing medications. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures. Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes. Participates in nursing Performance Improvement activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently. Receives and processes incoming calls, patient calls, and guest requests. Attends hospital, unit staff meetings and in-services according to policy. Completes all mandatory training. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on principles of growth and development over the life span. Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.

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 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. 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 training listed in training requirements. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

From Orlando Health's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Orlando Health

Orlando Health is a private, not-for-profit academic health care organization based in Orlando, with more than 35,000 (source: Baptist Health (an Orlando Health company), About Us, opens in a new tab) team members, hospitals and emergency departments across Florida, and five Baptist Health hospitals in Alabama, where it bought a majority stake in Brookwood Baptist Health in 2024. Source: Baptist Health (an Orlando Health company), About Us

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