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Job TitleUnder the general supervision of the Director of Acute Care, is responsible for performing various duties and tasks as requested under the LNA scope of practice as determined by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.Job DescriptionClinical:Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse assists with patient care activities, activities of daily living, hygiene, feeding, and patient safety initiatives. Promptly reports any observed changes in patient's condition to nurse or physicianPerforms and documents vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output and reports any changes out of range of normal, performs 12 lead EKGsObtains laboratory specimens as appropriate, i.e., finger stick glucose testing, urine specimens and transports to lab as necessaryWithin scope of practice, assists nurse/physician with clinical procedures and treatmentsCarries out roles assigned as part of the healthcare team during emergencies or resuscitation efforts (CPR, runner, order entry, documentation, etc.)Answers phone professionally with courtesy to caller, relays messages accurately and timely. Contacts other departments and agencies via phone, as requestedCross trained to perform medial unit clerical duties; computer charting, inputting orders, filing of patient chartsPerforms safe transportation of patients within the facility utilizing safe lifting and transportPerforms post-mortem care and aids in the transportation of the body to the morgueDemonstrates safe, competent use of patient care equipment, beds, stretchers, lifts, safety and alarm devices, walkers, and other equipment approved for patient careProfessionalism:Displays ability to work independently and within a groupAdheres to standards and applicable codes of conduct that govern behavior among peer and colleagues to create an environment promoting cooperation, respect and trustMaintains professionalism by adhering to the Huggins Hospital dress codeContinues professional growth by maintaining education hours for license renewalsMaintains active LNA license and BCLS. Adheres to the LNA standards of care as defined by the NH Board of NursingPatient Advocacy:Sets the stage for a positive patient interaction by always introducing self and clinical roleFacilitates patient and family centered care via clear communication of plan of care and educating at a level the patient, family and/or caregiver can comprehendPromotes a safe patient care environment safe from hazards. Performs safety watches, 1:1 patient observation as assigned, completes documentation for 1:1 observations. Maintains safe use of safety adjuncts (bed alarms, hover mats, gait belts, walkers, etc.)Maintains cleanliness of patient rooms, workstation and common areas; assist with restocking and ordering of medical supplies and medical equipment as neededRecognizes and utilizes appropriate resources for non-English speaking patients, healthcare illiterate, hearing and sight impaired individualsDelivers age specific, individualized patient care Take proactive steps to recognize and report suspected abuse/neglect including child, elder, sexual, spousal, and reports to supervisorQuality:Adheres to Infection Prevention standards, consistent in hand hygiene practice before and after each patient interaction. Adheres to infection prevention precautions. Holds team members to IP and hand hygiene standards and room/patient IP precaution measuresPromptly responds to patient calls via Canfield system, assist patients and locates and relays messages to nursing personnel as patient condition/situation requiresParticipates in quality review, performance improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives within the department (such as hourly rounding). Participated in unit continuous CMS survey readiness activitiesOrganizational Expectations:Attendance: Attendance is an essential job function; employee comes to work daily, on time, and completes scheduled shiftHIPAA: facilitates to maintain patient confidentialityInternal communication: contributes to positive team performance and a culture of service excellence through effective communication, active listening, and respectInterpersonal relationships: maintains appropriate interpersonal relationships with staff, patients, and visitors at all times. Works as a team member with other departments.Safety: Practices workplace safety dailyEmployee Engagement:Actively participates in all hospital Service Excellence initiatives and trainingsAttends and participates in a minimum of 50% department staff meetings and signs off on review of 100% department staff meeting minutesCompletes all required annual education on or before the due dateKnowledge Skills and Abilities:Minimal physical effort required with occasional light lifting to a maximum of 25 pounds; stooping; and pick, pinch, type, or otherwise work primarily with fingersAbility to effectively manage considerable mental stressAbility to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken wordAbility to receive detailed information through oral communicationAbility to communicate effectively with co-workers and convey information in a clear, concise and accurate mannerFamiliarity with computer and other business machinesQualifications:Graduate from a nursing assistant program1 year experience as an LNA preferred, experience in a hospital acute care setting preferred.Computer skills, experience with electronic health records preferredNew Hampshire LNA license and BLS RequiredEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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Worksite address
wolfeboro, NH, 03894, US
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