Nursing Assistant - CCC/Telemetry

Merrimack Health • Lawrence, MA

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About The Position

Nursing Assistants provide basic services and direct patient care to patients who have difficulties with mobility or cognitive skills. The role performs duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and supports patients with daily activities as needed. Openings are available for full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules, with 8-hour or 12-hour shifts and flexible schedules. An every-other-weekend schedule commitment is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or five years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Commitment to an every-other-weekend schedule.
• Can-do attitude, strong teamwork focus, and excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish-English skills are helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of clinical measures, including monitoring vital signs and oxygen levels.
• Assist with bathing, observation, meals, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Answer patient call buttons.
• Ensure patient care is delivered according to age-specific category requirements and established policies and procedures for all patient populations.
• Respond promptly and compassionately to patient needs and requests.
• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED