Licensed Nurse Assistant/Mental Health Technician - Resource Pool
About The Position
Our Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) / Mental Health Technicians in the Nurse Resources Team act as floating team members - going to the various departments at the hospital as needed. Under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse performs direct and indirect nursing care for patients. Is responsible for the care provided to assigned patients and accountable to the unit manager/charge nurse for such care. Provides care to assigned patients in conformance with Nursing Department Policies, Standards of Practice, physician orders and an approved plan of care. Promotes communication of patients’ status, change in condition and patients’ need with the licensed nurse. Functions within Nursing Department and CVMC/WDR policies and procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the nursing department and CVMC/Woodridge.
Requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Successful completion of 75 hour Nursing Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation program.
- Registered in the State of Vermont as a Licensed Nursing Assistant.
- Minimum one year of Licensed Nursing Assistant experience, required for the Resource Pool.
- Must demonstrate ability to perform basic nursing care skills.
- Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) and Pro-Act certifications are required within 6 months of hire.
- Basic Life Safety (BLS) is required.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of one year experience in acute care facility preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct and indirect nursing care for patients
- Responsible for the care provided to assigned patients
- Accountable to the unit manager/charge nurse for such care
- Provides care to assigned patients in conformance with Nursing Department Policies, Standards of Practice, physician orders and an approved plan of care
- Promotes communication of patients’ status, change in condition and patients’ need with the licensed nurse
- Functions within Nursing Department and CVMC/WDR policies and procedures
- Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the nursing department and CVMC/Woodridge
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
