Nursing Assistant Emergency Department 36hrs per week/ Day

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Burlington, VT

7d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic patient care activities to meet the personal needs, comfort, and safety of patients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and supporting patient nutrition and safety. The position also requires adherence to organizational policies and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support/BLS Required. New Hires/transfers will have 30 days to obtain BLS certification.
Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
Ability to obtain knowledge of medical terminology, basic personal computer skills, and interpersonal skills.
None

Responsibilities

Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of activities of daily living for assigned patients.
Takes and records vital signs, height, weight, and oxygen saturation, reporting any unusual observations to the nurse.
Collects various specimens for analysis and measures and records intake and output.
Provides patients with personal care and assists with activities of daily living.
Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under direct supervision.
Provides for patient’s nutritional needs, including assisting with meal ordering, tray setup, and feeding.
Supports a culture of safety and carries out safety interventions for all patients.
Adheres to all applicable infection control policies and procedures.
Assists as a patient safety attendant after completion of required competency.
Assists with the orientation of new Nursing Assistant colleagues.
Performs additional unit-based activities as assigned.
Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies and behavioral expectations.
Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding customer needs and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.