LNA | Pre Surgical Testing | Per Diem

Concord Hospital Health System•Concord, NH

About The Position

Concord Hospital is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented LNA to join its Pre Surgical Testing team, supporting patients throughout the pre-surgical testing process in collaboration with nurses and providers. The per diem role requires availability Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., for at least one nine-hour shift per week. The employee will also be trained to draw labs at an outpatient lab facility, with training reinforced during department orientation. Under the general direction of the Resource Person, the Licensed Nursing Assistant 2 / Health Unit Coordinator performs clerical and administrative tasks as well as direct and indirect patient care, including activities of daily living and personal care. Under the general direction of the RN, the role also performs clinical and technical functions for pre-operative and post-operative patients.

Requirements

Proof of LNA Education Certificate and Final Report of Written and Clinical Competency Testing Results, as required by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.
Current New Hampshire Licensed Nursing Assistant licensure.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or an equivalent course credentialed by the American Heart Association.
One year of related experience and/or training in a health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Availability Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., for at least one nine-hour shift per week.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate patient and information flow at the desk for clinical staff, patients and families, and other departments.
Perform clinical and technical functions for pre-operative and post-operative patients under the general direction of the RN.
Complete order entry, coordinate computer downtime, and coordinate patient information changes in the computer.
Greet patients and families and provide information or direction in preparation for their surgical encounter.
Receive delegated work while adhering to the five rights of delegation.
Document care provided and report observations of patients’ physical, social, and mental status, along with basic patient data, to the RN.
Demonstrate time management skills.
Prepare, organize, and disassemble perioperative medical records according to HIMS specifications.
Help maintain a clean, safe environment with appropriately stocked supplies and functioning equipment.
Adhere to the safe patient handling policy.
Serve as a preceptor for new employees.
Perform job-specific requirements and other duties as assigned.