NA/CNA, Nursing Floats

Heywood Hospital•Gardner, MA

1d•$19 - $30

About The Position

The Nurse Aide provides patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse, following standards of care and practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, collects basic health data, documents relevant information, and helps maintain a clean and safe care environment. The position also communicates patient information to licensed nurses and other health care team members and supports patient safety and infection-control practices.

Requirements

Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification; or at least 75 hours in an accredited nursing program, including completion of the first rotation; or active EMT or Paramedic certification; or active Patient Care Technician/Assistant certification; or active Home Health Aide certification.
AHA CPR certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Alternatively, previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide or equivalent licensure from another state.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One year of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and in accordance with 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 brushing teeth.
Prioritize patient care, seek assistance from appropriate resources, and recognize when emergency intervention is needed.
Respect patients as individuals and provide care that supports their dignity and positive self-regard.
Document pertinent patient information thoroughly, accurately, and promptly according to established standards.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify or remove safety hazards.
Provide timely, thorough information about assigned patients to supervising licensed nurses and other health care team members.
Participate in learning activities for colleagues and self, attend educational programs and in-services, and assist with orienting new staff.
Identify risks to patient safety and opportunities to reduce health care errors, including reporting errors and incidents appropriately.
Obtain patient heights and weights according to the care plan.
Assist patients with ambulation using appropriate techniques, such as a gait belt.
Assist patients with turning in bed and transferring between a bed and 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 trays as needed.
Maintain infection-control precautions in accordance with the Infection Control Policy.