Nursing Assistant, Med Surg (Per Diem)

Cape Cod Healthcare•Hyannis, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves participating in the nursing process and assisting in providing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role includes collecting data for patient assessments, implementing care plans, and adhering to safety policies. The Nursing Assistant is expected to represent the hospital positively, provide excellent service, and continuously update their knowledge and skills. Additionally, proficiency in computerized nursing informatics and assisting with the orientation of new personnel are key responsibilities.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and communicate in English
MA Certified Nursing Assistant License
Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant Program
Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or National CMA
Successful completion of an EMT Program or EMT-B/EMT-P License
Successful completion of an LPN Program
Equivalent clinical Military experience
Nursing student who is currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing School Program and has completed Fundamentals of Nursing/Nursing 101 in lieu of a Nursing Assistant Program
Successful completion of the Cape Cod Hospital Nursing Assistant Training program
Current Basic Life Support Certification
Successful passage of CPI training within 6 months of hire and must maintain recertification annually

Responsibilities

Participates in the nursing process during delivery of patient care.
Assists in providing nursing care to patients and collects data for assessment of physical, psychological, and social dimensions under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Participates in implementing a formal plan of care for the patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Participates in at least four unit staff meetings per year, attends mandatory programs.
Adheres to safety, blood/body fluid policies and procedures.
Assesses personal and learning development needs. Regularly updates knowledge of techniques and regulations appropriate to the age of the patient served.
Represents hospital in the community and within the hospital by maintaining confidentiality regarding patients and hospital matters and by presenting the hospital in a manner that will best market the services provided.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers.
Performs other work related duties and activities as assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor.
Demonstrates proficiency in Computerized Nursing Informatics (information systems).
Assists in orientation of other personnel to the unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse.