Cardiothoracic Nursing Assistant - Progressive Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide delegated patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes performing daily living activities, measuring vital signs, assisting with nutrition and intake/output, and adhering to infection control policies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support (BLS) with a 30-day grace period to obtain certification.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)Required. New hires/transfers have 30 days to obtain BLS.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math; basic medical terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes activities of daily living.
• May take and record vital signs (height, weight, oxygen saturation) and report unusual observations.
• Collects specimens for analysis and tracks intake and output.
• Provides personal care and assists with ADLs.
• Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under nurse supervision.
• Assist with nutrition needs, meal service setup, feeding as required.
• Support a culture of safety and infection control policies.
• Assist as patient safety attendant after competency.
• Assist with orientation of new Nursing Assistant colleagues.
• Performs additional unit-based activities as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Intake & output

ADLs

Clinical procedures

Nutrition support

Safety

Infection control

Orientation

Sitter duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide delegated patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes performing daily living activities, measuring vital signs, assisting with nutrition and intake/output, and adhering to infection control policies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support (BLS) with a 30-day grace period to obtain certification.