Temporary NA/CNA, Watkins 1

Heywood Hospital•Gardner, MA

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Aide/C.N.A. is a member of the patient care delivery team and performs delegated nursing, environmental service, and food service duties to support hospitalized patients. The role provides patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and in accordance with standards of care, practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. This is a temporary, 32-hour-per-week night position, working 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., four nights per week, with shifts scheduled Sunday through Saturday. The schedule includes every other weekend and holiday. The listed pay ranges are $18.50–$28.28 for Nurse Aides and $20.00–$30.00 for CNAs. Final compensation depends on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. The position assists patients with personal care and activities of daily living, monitors and documents basic patient information, supports a clean and safe environment, and completes specified unit food service and room-preparation tasks. High school diploma is preferred. AHA CPR certification and MOAB class are required within 60 days of hire. Candidates must meet one of the listed certification, training, or nursing-program pathways and complete a Nurse Aide program or have qualifying CNA licensure. One year of long-term care experience is required; Med/Surg experience is preferred.

Requirements

A high school diploma is preferred.
Obtain AHA CPR certification within 60 days of hire.
Complete the required MOAB class within 60 days of hire.
Meet at least one eligibility pathway: current Certified Nursing Assistant certification; at least 75 hours in an accredited nursing program including completion of the first rotation; active EMT or Paramedic certification; active Patient Care Technician/Assistant certification; or active Home Health Aide certification.
Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program, or previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide or equivalent out-of-state licensure.
At least one year of experience in a long-term care facility.
Required behavioral attributes include achievement motivation, concern for order, flexibility, initiative, self-confidence, customer service orientation, interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, analytical thinking, and information seeking.
Physical demands include exerting 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly; frequent kneeling, reaching, and feeling; and occasional crouching and stooping.

Nice To Haves

Med/Surg experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and according to applicable standards, protocols, and policies.
Collect basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, toileting, nutrition, bathing, shampooing, shaving, and oral care.
Prioritize patient care appropriately, seek assistance when needed, and recognize when emergency intervention is required.
Respect patients as individuals and provide care that fosters dignity and positive self-regard.
Document pertinent patient information thoroughly, accurately, and on time according to established standards.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify or remove safety hazards.
Communicate timely and thorough information about assigned patients to the supervising licensed nurse and other health care team members.
Participate in learning activities, attend educational programs and in-services, and assist with orientation of new staff.
Identify patient safety risks and opportunities to reduce health care errors, including reporting errors and incidents appropriately.
Obtain assigned patients’ heights and weights according to the care plan.
Assist patients with ambulation using appropriate techniques, such as a gait belt.
Assist patients with turning and transfers between bed, stretcher, or chair using appropriate techniques, such as a transfer mattress.
Provide incontinent care.
Assist patients with eating and drinking according to the care plan.
Measure and document fluid intake, output, and vital signs according to the care plan.
Assist with obtaining late meal trays as needed.
Follow infection control precautions and the Infection Control Policy.
Clean food refrigerators weekly and maintain the unit food inventory daily.
Prepare rooms for the next patient by cleaning and making the bed.
Perform other job-related duties as requested.