Nurse Assistant

Southcoast Health System•Wareham, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Southcoast Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant at Tobey Hospital in Wareham, Massachusetts. Under the general supervision of an individually assigned Manager, Patient Care Services or designee, the Nurse Assistant performs basic patient care and supports licensed staff. This is a per-diem position with flexible shifts and hours, including weekend and holiday rotation. Shifts are 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m.–7:15 a.m. The rotation requirement is 48 hours within each six-week schedule period, including two weekend shifts of at least eight hours each and one major winter and one major summer holiday. Pay is based on experience and ranges from $19.56 to $27.07 per hour. Southcoast Health describes itself as a not-for-profit charitable health system serving Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The organization offers an inclusive workplace and identifies well-being, diversity, and community service as part of its culture.

Requirements

Education equal to completion of four years of high school.
Up to and including three months of experience.
Nursing Assistant Certification in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or equivalent.
Current CPR certification.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or qualify for and sign a statement requesting exemption for medical or personal reasons.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a Nursing Assistant Training Program is suggested.

Responsibilities

Perform basic patient care, including personal hygiene, mobility, and nutritional support.
Maintain the patient environment.
Assist licensed staff in carrying out related duties.