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Nursing Support RoleHours: 36 hours/week 7p-7a, Nights and WeekendsThis role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Support duties: Provides basic care services to patients, but does not have an RN or LPN license. Positions in this nursing support work under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and may work under the direction of registered nurses depending on their unit. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.Minimum Qualifications:1. High School diploma or equivalent.2. Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, OR Nursing student with clinical experience3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Preferred Qualifications:1. Four (4) years of healthcare experience and nursing service experience.Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1. Provides direct care for patients including, but not limited to, personal hygiene, elimination, catheter care, vital signs, and skin care and mobility activities. Documents according to procedure.2. Reinforces belongings policy with patients and families, documents appropriately, and secures them according to procedure.3. Provides nutritional support assisting with feedings as needed. Documents I&O and weight as required.4. Performs selected and therapeutic procedures as outlined in competency and skills check list.5. Cooperates with members of the healthcare team to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee, inter-departmental and public relations.6. Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc., as assigned.7. Performs 12 lead EKG. Documents patient information on EKG sheet. Gives EKG promptly to appropriate nurse or physician.About MelroseWakefield Hospital:MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Healthcare's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.About Tufts MedicineA healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.Pay Range :$19.77 - $24.57based on full-time equivalent
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melrose, MA, 02176, US
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