About The Position

Under the direction of the Director and/or Nurse Manager, the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care duties for a group of patients, from simple to complex, for the specialty population on the unit or department, under the guidance and supervision of the registered nurse.

Requirements

  • High school or equivalent (GED) preferred.
  • Proof of LNA Education Certificate and Final Report of Written and Clinical Competency Testing Results (as required by the NH Board of Nursing).
  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or equivalent course credentialed by American Heart Association.
  • Current New Hampshire State LNA license.
  • Evidence of the ability to perform as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Performs activities of daily living and personal care needs under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
  • Performs technical skills/procedures relating to physical, mental health and social needs of patients under the guidance and supervision of the RN.
  • Documents care provided and reports to the RN observations of patient's physical, social and mental status and basic patient data collected.
  • Demonstrates adherence to safe patient handling policy.
  • Demonstrates time management skills.
  • Maintains the patient care areas to ensure cleanliness, safety and supplies of material and equipment.
  • Receives delegated work adhering to the five rights of delegation.
  • Performs job specific requirements and other duties as assigned.
  • Serves as a preceptor for new employees.
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