Emergency Services Assistant (Nursing Assistant)

Cape Cod Healthcare•Falmouth, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Services Assistant (Nursing Assistant) provides care for patients according to facility/agency, JCAHO, and the law, as part of an interdisciplinary team. This role practices according to entity mandatory requirements and department expectations, with a strong emphasis on customer service. The assistant addresses age-specific needs of patients from infants to older adults and performs specialized procedures as required by specific units, including sterile techniques when necessary. They are responsible for maintaining appropriate licenses, certifications, and registrations, and for using physical resources and equipment safely. The position consistently provides service excellence, reflecting Falmouth Hospital’s commitment to CARES (compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and service).

Requirements

Ability to read, write and communication in English
Possess a High school Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Must meet at least one of the following qualifications: a) Completed a Nursing Assistant Program or equivalent b) Completed an EMT Program c) Completed an LPN Program d) Completed at least one year of Nursing School Program which includes two semesters of clinical practice e) Military corps person
Possess a Current Basic Life Support Certification
Successfully pass the Falmouth Hospital written competency exam for Nursing Assistant

Nice To Haves

Obtain CPI Certification within 4 months from hire and must maintain recertification bi-annually.

Responsibilities

Provides care for patients according to facility/agency, JCAHO and the law.
Provides care as part of the interdisciplinary team.
Documents according to facility/agency and department policies.
Prioritizes duties according to patient and department needs.
Meets the needs of the patient/family using internal and external resources.
Uses appropriate physical resources/equipment in a safe manner.
Maintains appropriate licenses, certifications, registrations required to perform duties of their designated role/position.
Addresses age-specific needs of infants, toddlers, school age, adolescents, adults, older adults.
Performs role in a responsible manner taking into account customer service initiatives.
Performs specialized procedures as required by specific unit.
Uses sterile techniques as necessary.
Performs other duties as requested.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Falmouth Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.