ED Nursing Assistant - 7a-7:30p, 36 hrs/wk

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant assists with patient care throughout nursing areas and provides safe patient transport by wheelchair or stretcher. The role also includes dispatch services, documenting services rendered, and functioning as an observer for patients who require constant observation to support their safety. The Nursing Assistant performs receptionist and clerical duties that help the nursing unit operate efficiently and must understand patients’ conditions to support their care and safety.

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Nursing Assistant provides direct and indirect patient care, observes and reports patient status to the assigned RN, and responds to changes in acuity and emergencies as directed by nursing staff. The role promotes patient and family-centered care, safety, quality, privacy, regulatory compliance, and respectful care for people of different ages and cultures. The position is scheduled 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., 36 hours per week, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Basic medical terminology.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Observe patients, obtain and report patient data and status to the assigned RN, and respond to changes in acuity and emergencies as directed by nursing staff.
• Transport patients safely by wheelchair or stretcher, provide dispatch services, and document services rendered.
• Act as an observer for patients assessed as requiring constant observation to maximize their safety.
• Perform receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing-unit operations.
• Maintain current knowledge and certification, including BLS certification; serve as a preceptor to new employees and respond appropriately to feedback.
• Promote a safe environment by verifying patient identity with two identifiers, following emergency procedures, hand hygiene and universal precautions, using personal protective equipment, and disposing of hazardous materials appropriately.
• Recognize fall risks and use appropriate safety devices and interventions; conduct patient-safety rounds using SBAR and communicate safety risks through the chain of command.
• Use proper body mechanics and patient lifts as needed.
• Use required departmental software and understand downtime procedures.
• Follow legal, regulatory, ethical, privacy, security, and organizational policies; report potential compliance issues and complete mandatory education.
• Respect patient and family values, preferences, and expressed needs; include family members in care according to patient preferences.
• Consider individual, age, and cultural needs; use resources such as interpreter services and online sources to provide appropriate care and services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed