Nursing Service Assistant I - Newark - F/T Flex (36 hrs wkly)
ChristianaCare, Newark, DE, United States
Job Details
Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!
ChristianaCare is looking for a full‑time Nursing Service Assistant I to perform a variety of service activities that facilitate the efficient workflow of multiple nursing units and support patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains the environment in a clean and sanitary condition.
Transport and maintain equipment.
Stocks and distributes sterile and non‑sterile supplies, equipment, dietary trays and linen.
Harvests placentas and cords for and storage in the freezer.
Rinses and stores soiled instruments for return to Central.
Organizes work areas.
Performs safety and quality checks on equipment.
Cleans shelves, monitors, and storage areas.
Changes full needle boxes.
Empties linen hampers, trash, bio‑hazardous waste and disposes of items in assigned areas.
Responds to emergencies and pages in a timely manner, running errands as necessary.
Assists with lifting, positioning, and transporting of patients.
Maintains a helpful, productive attitude while working constructively with other members of the health care team.
Reports any maintenance problems or damages to manager.
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients, and visitors.
Performs other related duties as required.
Hours
12‑hour shifts: 11 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. EOW & EOH.
Education and Experience Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of service assistant functions.
Knowledge of unit‑specific and departmental standards, policies, and selected procedures.
Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate safety measures.
Ability to perform designated tasks according to unit‑specific standards on multiple units.
Ability to communicate effectively, utilizing verbal communication skills.
Ability to make appropriate notation on selected unit‑specific forms for multiple units.
Ability to perform required technical skills as outlined in procedures.
Ability to follow universal precautions.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently within assigned responsibilities.
Ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
Working Conditions
Frequent exposure to biological and chemical elements with occasional exposure to environmental elements as per unit‑based Physical Demands Checklist.
Physical Demands
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, twist, handle, stoop, and climb as per unit‑based Physical Demands Checklist.
Christianacare Offers
Collaborative and team‑focused environment
Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
403(b)
Generous paid time off
Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination. We consider qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities for the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits of employment.
Post End Date
May 5, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/.
Pay
This position has a starting rate of $17.32 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $20.34 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.34.
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including, without limitation, skills, relevant experience, and qualifications.
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Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care. Come join us at ChristianaCare!
ChristianaCare is looking for a full‑time Nursing Service Assistant I to perform a variety of service activities that facilitate the efficient workflow of multiple nursing units and support patient care.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains the environment in a clean and sanitary condition.
Transport and maintain equipment.
Stocks and distributes sterile and non‑sterile supplies, equipment, dietary trays and linen.
Harvests placentas and cords for and storage in the freezer.
Rinses and stores soiled instruments for return to Central.
Organizes work areas.
Performs safety and quality checks on equipment.
Cleans shelves, monitors, and storage areas.
Changes full needle boxes.
Empties linen hampers, trash, bio‑hazardous waste and disposes of items in assigned areas.
Responds to emergencies and pages in a timely manner, running errands as necessary.
Assists with lifting, positioning, and transporting of patients.
Maintains a helpful, productive attitude while working constructively with other members of the health care team.
Reports any maintenance problems or damages to manager.
Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients, and visitors.
Performs other related duties as required.
Hours
12‑hour shifts: 11 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. EOW & EOH.
Education and Experience Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of service assistant functions.
Knowledge of unit‑specific and departmental standards, policies, and selected procedures.
Knowledge of and ability to use appropriate safety measures.
Ability to perform designated tasks according to unit‑specific standards on multiple units.
Ability to communicate effectively, utilizing verbal communication skills.
Ability to make appropriate notation on selected unit‑specific forms for multiple units.
Ability to perform required technical skills as outlined in procedures.
Ability to follow universal precautions.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently within assigned responsibilities.
Ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
Working Conditions
Frequent exposure to biological and chemical elements with occasional exposure to environmental elements as per unit‑based Physical Demands Checklist.
Physical Demands
Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, twist, handle, stoop, and climb as per unit‑based Physical Demands Checklist.
Christianacare Offers
Collaborative and team‑focused environment
Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
403(b)
Generous paid time off
Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination. We consider qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities for the application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits of employment.
Post End Date
May 5, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/.
Pay
This position has a starting rate of $17.32 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $20.34 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.34.
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including, without limitation, skills, relevant experience, and qualifications.
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