Nursing Assistant - Med/Surg 24hr NIGHTS

Job Description

The Nursing Assistant will provide basic care activities and provide personal needs, comfort and safety of your patient. The Nursing Assistant assists with the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The primary responsibility will be focus on performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks and procedures for which they have been trained.

• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to participate in a patient care team as a multi-skilled caregiver responsible for quality of own work and remain flexible in response to change.
• Examples of tasks to be completed:
• Vital Signs
• Height and Weight
• Oxygen Saturation
• Reporting all unusual observations to the nurse
• Collecting various specimens for analysis
• Recording and measuring intake and output
• Providing patient with personal care and assisting with daily activities
• Performing basic clinical procedures independently or under the supervision of the RN
• Providing nutritional needs including assisting and ordering room service, setting up meal trays and feeding.

Education/Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read/write and perform basic 4 function math.
• Desire to help people and/or have aspirations of becoming a healthcare professional.
• Basic computer skills (preferred).
• Medical terminology (preferred).
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

Certification/License

CNA Certification preferred but not required upon hire.

Pay Range

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

About the Role

Beth Israel Lahey Health is a diverse group of hospitals, ambulatory care centers, physician practices, post-acute care facilities, home health agencies, and other health care providers. Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve and to provide the highest quality, compassionate care to all.

Benefits

Beth Israel Lahey Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid time off, and retirement savings options. We also offer a variety of wellness programs and resources to support the health and well-being of our employees.

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided during the interview process.