Nursing Assistant NA Emerson 5 Med Surg Ortho Nights

South Shore Health•Weymouth, MA

1d•$19 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant provides patient care throughout nursing areas under the direct supervision of licensed personnel. The role includes observing patients and reporting their status to the assigned RN, responding to changes in acuity and emergencies as directed, and helping ensure patient care and safety. The Nursing Assistant safely transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher, provides dispatch services, documents services rendered, and serves as an Observer for patients assessed as requiring constant observation. The position also performs receptionist and clerical duties to support the efficient operation of the nursing unit. The Nursing Assistant maintains current knowledge and certification, contributes to a safe and compliant care environment, uses required departmental software, and works respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues. The schedule is 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., three shifts per week, every third weekend, and every other holiday.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; certification must be from the American Heart Association (AHA), including courses offered through South Shore Health.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide direct and non-direct patient care under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
Observe patients, obtain patient data, and report patient status to the assigned RN.
Respond to changes in patient acuity and emergency situations as directed by nursing staff.
Safely transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher, provide dispatch services, and document services rendered.
Serve as an Observer for patients assessed as requiring constant observation for safety.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties to support efficient nursing-unit operations.
Maintain BLS certification and current knowledge; function as a preceptor to new employees.
Follow patient identification, hand hygiene, universal precautions, PPE, hazardous-material disposal, and fall-prevention practices.
Conduct patient safety rounds, communicate safety risks through the chain of command, and use proper body mechanics and patient lifts as needed.
Use required software applications and understand downtime procedures.
Follow applicable legal, regulatory, ethical, privacy, security, and organizational requirements; report potential compliance issues.
Respect patient and family values and preferences and include them in care planning, implementation, and evaluation according to patient preferences.
Consider individual age and cultural needs, provide sensitive care to diverse populations, and use resources such as interpreter services when appropriate.