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Nursing Assistant IAre you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.The Nursing Assistant (NA) I is a key member to the nursing care team. They assist with direct and indirect patient care within their scope of practice, supporting patients, nursing and medical care teams. The care delivered is in collaboration and under the supervision/delegation of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The Nursing Assistant (NA) shares accountability for the quality of patient outcomes. In select departments, the NA role may also include some clerical support functions (such as phone answering, filing, computer data entry, etc.)Responsibilities include:Providing direct/non-direct patient carePerforming Activity of Daily Living (ADL) care including oral care, bathing, showering, shaving, hair washing and maintenance, incontinence care and toileting/elimination needsChanging bed linenMaintaining a decluttered patient care areaUnderstanding available products for patient care and when to utilizeInfection preventionSkin and pressure injury preventionFall preventionSetting and responding appropriately to patient safety alarmsUnderstanding and performing regulatory compliancePatient turning and offloadingAmbulation, mobility in room, range of motionUnderstanding patient mobility assist devices and appropriate use of for patient safetyUse of patient lift equipment as per Safe Patient Handling (SPH) policyAssist with meal tray delivery, collection, and documentation of amount consumedSet up and assist patients with meals, including feedingUse of data collection equipment: Vital signs, EKG, bladder scan, transfer devices, telemetry, MassimoComponents of vital signs, height and weight, intake and output measurement (including drains, urinary catheter and suction devices.)Essential care performedIntentional roundingSafety Attendant (SA) at bedside for prevention of unintentional or intentional (suicide precautions) self-harmVideo surveillancePhlebotomy, EKG's, specimen collection, blood glucose measurement and telemetryPrepare patient rooms for admissions, discharges. Update whiteboards. Provide unit / room stocking of suppliesCare of a patient with invasive lines and devices within NA scope of practiceTransporting patients on/off unitResponding to emergency situationCommunication with patient care team to ensure delivery of quality careUnit-specific / patient population specific interventions as delegated (example: psychiatry patients, pediatric patients, etc.)Understands and reports out of range patient data values to covering RNRecognize and report patient changes to covering RNPerforms shifts reports with oncoming staffDemonstrates initiative and understanding of job duties through communication with healthcare team and own self initiativeRelating and respecting each patient individuallyMeeting needs of each patient to ensure excellent patient care is delivered. This includes a patient's cognitive, physical and emotional needs, as well as their personal preference, cultural and religious beliefsPerforms other duties as requested by healthcare and leadership team, within the scope of practiceEducation:High School Diploma or GED, preferredLicense/Certification:BLS certification within 6 months of hire date, requiredSkills:AccountabilityClinical SkillsInteracting with PeopleMulti-TaskingReliabilityPhysical Requirements:Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects.Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, repetitive motionFrequent grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, seeing/ monitor/computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walkingConstant fit testingHazards:Occasional burns, chemical, electricalFrequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposureWorking Conditions:Occasional noise, wet and/or humid, dust, gases, mists, odorsTravel:No TravelBassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.USD $17.67/Hr. USD $26.50/Hr.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
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cooperstown, NY, 13326, US
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