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Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) – Harvest Hill, Per Diem

Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Lebanon, NH, United States


Position Standards

Must have completed Medication Nursing Assistant from accredited school and hold a NH MNA License.

Must be able to think, act, and intervene independently in both routine and emergency situations.

Must be self‑motivated.

Must be able to relate to residents and staff in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances.

Must be able to work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Must be willing to learn.

Must be organized and able to perform duties with minimum errors.

Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Previous LNA/MNA experience preferred.

Basic knowledge and understanding of dementia care.

Position Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift/pull up to 35 lbs.

Must be able to walk routinely throughout shift.

Must be able to lift, carry, stand, bend, crawl, squat, reach, and kneel.

Functional Responsibility
Position Objective
To assist the residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help. To foster residents’ independence and freedom of choice at all times.

Performance Expectation

Administers medications and treatment in a timely manner all while working within the scope of their license.

Ensures all medications are locked in medication cabinet or drawer and keys are with staff member.

Provides assistance with activities of daily living to include dressing and undressing, bathing, personal hygiene, mobility devices including monitoring of safe transfer and ambulation techniques, and care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses, contact lenses and hearing aids.

Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to nurse on duty.

Assists residents to the dining room or serves tray in the apartment as needed.

Provides and/or assists with personal laundry when needed.

Participates and assists with recreation activities as needed.

Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.

Follows up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.

Documents resident’s incidents.

Demonstrates basic knowledge regarding Life line and PHB system, initiates problem solving if needed.

Prepares and maintains resident records.

Assists licensed personnel in assessing needs, vital signs, revising plan of care and establishing resident care routines.

Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process.

Assists in orienting new residents and staff to the facility.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Min: $20.68
Max: $32.05

Area of Interest: Nursing Services;

Work Status: varied;

Employment Type: Per Diem;

Job ID: 5543

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Dartmouth Health is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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