Certified Nursing Assistant, Hem/Onc Med, St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, 40 Hours (Days/Evenings)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Brighton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to support quality patient care. This full-time role involves performing essential patient care activities, assisting nursing staff, and ensuring a safe environment for patients. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, previous experience or clinical rotation in nursing, and strong communication skills. Join a compassionate team where your contributions will directly impact patient well-being and comfort. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Nursing Assistant experience preferred.
• BLS certification is mandatory; Nursing Assistant Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assists with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Documents vital signs and assists with daily living activities.

Skills

Verbal and written communication in English

Mathematical computations

Patient lifting and transferring

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Nursing Assistant Certification (preferred)

BLS Certification

Job description

Nursing Assistant- M7- full-time 40hrs/week, day/evening shift, every other weekend required, holidays required as needed.

Job Summary –

The Nursing Assistant performs basic patient care activities as delegated by the registered Nurse, which assist the nursing staff in providing for quality patient care.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Requires previous Nursing Assistant experience or for nursing students, one clinical rotation completed.

Minimum skills/abilities:

• Able to communicate verbally and in writing in the English language.
• Able to complete mathematical computations required to perform treatment protocols.
• Able to lift, transfer and move patients.

Certification/Licensure:

• Nursing Assistant Certification preferred.
• BLS required.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs all patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Functions in the role of assistant to the nursing staff or to the Registered Nurse.
• Performs non-nursing functions which impact and contribute to the quality of patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Provides and maintains a safe and comfortable environment for the patient:
  • Assists patients getting in and out of bed.
  • Orients patient to call light and side rails, maintains accessibility and answers call light in a timely fashion.
  • Stays with restless patients.
  • Makes and instructs in the use of cough pillows.
  • Assists in the collection of medical data, vital signs.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with specific components of admission, transfer, and discharge of patients:
  • Preparation of the unit.
  • Transferring patient to bed.
  • Assembling patients' belongings.
  • Accompanying patients as directed.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with ADLs:
  • Partial bed baths, assistance with shower and sit baths, as appropriate for patient.
  • Fills water pitchers and serves nourishments.
  • Records intake and output.
• Assists with collection of specimens.
• Documents vital signs and I&O on appropriate forms.
• Disposes of trash and linen on an ongoing basis.
• May be required to float, within competencies, to other units, as needed.
• Knowledgeable and compliant with infectious diseases policy and procedures:
  • Appropriately cares for patients on precautions.
  • Uses protective measures as deemed appropriate.
  • Separates infectious materials and disposes of them appropriately.
• Complies with Patient Safety goals as set forth by the medical center.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans