LNA

Pemi-Baker Hospice & Home Health • Plymouth, NH

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE: The LNAs work directly with patients and communicate on an ongoing basis with the clinical teams in regards to the patients and their changing needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old and must have completed an approved License Nurse’s Assistant Training Program.
• State License: Current N.H. State Registration as a Licensed Nurses Assistant (LNA) and in good standing
• CPR Certified within 6 months of hire
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently
• Must be available to work Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday if needed
• Must be willing to provide weekend services and to cover call.
• Must be able to supply a valid driver’s license without restrictions
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time viewing small print
• Must be able to comply with PBCH safety and dress code policies
• Must be able to meet the lifting requirements of the position
• Must pass a criminal, driving record check as well as Bureau of Elderly and Adult Services
• Must be able to provide eligibility to work in United States paperwork within 3 days of hire.
• Must have reliable transportation and be able to supply proof of car insurance in the amount of $100,000/$300,000 coverage.
• Access to operable motor vehicle and a valid NH driver’s license with acceptable record of safe driving practices. Willing to drive own automobile unlimited miles and in all types of weather conditions.
• Must have completed Direct Care Competencies with RN supervision before practicing independently.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to quickly adjust to change.
• Ability to swiftly assimilate and interpret new knowledge and/or regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and organizational skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of acute care experience is preferred.
• Computer skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes at least an hour of education each month per CMS regulations and tracks it on their competency sheet.
• Functions within the limits of LNA role and complies with all state & regulatory rules and follows the patient care plan including personnel care, housekeeping, errands, etc.
• Informs the primary clinician / Case Manager of changes in patient condition, as appropriate and documents interdisciplinary communications.
• Ensures that clinical competencies are completed prior to providing standard and specialized care and that competency sheet and/or patient record demonstrates.
• Documents patient care per agency protocol and CMS regulations.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team
• Adheres to Agency handwashing technique, infection control and bag technique.
• Is an active participant in Case Management and agency in-services.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees