Licensed Nursing Assistant | Per Diem

Concord Hospital • Concord, NH

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Director and/or Nurse Manager, the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) provides direct and indirect patient care for a group of patients with needs ranging from simple to complex, serving the specialty population on the unit or department. The LNA works under the guidance and supervision of the registered nurse.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED), completion of a Licensed Nursing Assistant certificate program, current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification (or an equivalent course credentialed by the American Heart Association), and a current New Hampshire State LNA license. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a team.

This position has medium material-handling demands and involves regular, frequent, and occasional lifting, carrying, or pushing/pulling at specified weight ranges. Work includes frequent exposure to airborne pathogens, bloodborne pathogens, and bodily fluids, as well as occasional exposure to several other workplace hazards. The work environment typically has moderate noise. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of a certificate program for Licensed Nursing Assistant.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or an equivalent course credentialed by the 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 and procedures relating to patients’ physical, mental health, and social needs under the guidance and supervision of the RN.
• Documents care provided and reports observations of patients’ physical, social, and mental status, along with basic patient data collected, to the RN.
• Demonstrates adherence to the safe patient handling policy.
• Demonstrates time management skills.
• Maintains patient care areas to ensure cleanliness, safety, and availability of materials and equipment.
• Receives delegated work while adhering to the five rights of delegation.
• Performs job-specific requirements and other duties as assigned.
• Serves as a preceptor for new employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED