FT Night Nursing Assistant
South Shore Health, South Weymouth, MA, United States
Nursing Assistant
The 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: $18.58 - $25.01
Responsibilities:
Patient Care - Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct
on-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: 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 terminology, Basic computer skills, Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately, Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
Hours: 36 hours per week. 3, 12-hour shifts, 7 PM- 7:30 AM. Rotating weekends and holidays.
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
The 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: $18.58 - $25.01
Responsibilities:
Patient Care - Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct
on-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: 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 terminology, Basic computer skills, Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately, Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
Hours: 36 hours per week. 3, 12-hour shifts, 7 PM- 7:30 AM. Rotating weekends and holidays.
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)