CNA

Yale New Haven Health

Westerly (RI)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Yale New Haven Health in Westerly, RI, is looking for a Nursing Assistant to assist in inpatient care. Responsibilities include patient transport and providing observation for safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a current RI Nursing Assistant License. Previous experience in a hospital or nursing home is preferred. Commitment to teamwork and high customer service standards is essential.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current RI Nursing Assistant License and Basic Life Support certification.
Previous hospital or nursing home experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist inpatient care throughout nursing areas.
Transport patients safely using wheelchair or stretcher.
Provide constant observation for certain patients.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Nursing Assistant assists inpatient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of 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.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. Essential Functions
- 1.1 Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel and according to their standards of practice.
2. Essential Functions (continued)
- 2.1 Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures
3. Staff/Self Development
- 3.1 Acts as a resource and role model
4. Staff/Self Development (continued)
- 4.1 Actively participates in train and educational activities for other staff members
5. Customer Service
- 5.1 Demonstrate a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets of Patient Family and Centered Partnership.
6. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
- 6.1 Recognizes and values the contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork.
7. Resource Utilization
- 7.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests.