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Job description
Nursing AssistantThe Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services rendered. Functions as an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit. Needs to understand the patients condition to ensure their care and safety.Compensation Pay Range: $19.10 - $27.30Responsibilities:Patient Care - Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct/non-direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.Professional Development - Maintains current knowledge/certification.Safety/Quality - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.Technology - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.Compliance - Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.Patient and Family Center Care - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.Age & Culture - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.Job Requirements:Minimum Education - Preferred High School Diploma/GED preferred.Minimum Work Experience Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.Required Classes/Skills - BLS - Basic Life Support.Required additional Knowledge and Abilities:Basic medical terminologyBasic computer skillsAbility to communicate effectively and document information accuratelyAbility to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individualsHours: 36 hours/ week. 12-hours shifts 3x/ week, 7 PM - 7:30 AM. Rotating weekends and holidays.License/Registration/Certification Requirements:Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
Worksite address
south weymouth, MA, 02190, US
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