Provides direct patient care, technical support and input in planning care through communication with the RN and other patient care team members. Is effectively involved with maintaining the standard of care for patients in assigned unit/area.

Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be enrolled in a school of nursing program. Nursing students who are starting their last semester of nursing school, may be hired as a Professional Nursing Assistant Intern.

Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Requires flexibility in scheduling with the ability to work all shift patterns including weekends and holidays to ensure continuity of care and nursing coverage to the patients of Sovah Health Danville on all units.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required