CNA - 24 Hours, Days (BMC South)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 52,007,000 - 77,457,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision, addressing needs of patients from infant to elderly and accommodating challenges such as hearing, language barriers, and patient comfort.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, MA CNA license or enrollment, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong English communication. The position is part-time with 24 hours, days, every other weekend, benefits eligible.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and patients is required.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple requests to ensure timeliness and provide exceptional patient care.
• Must possess the skills to be compassionate, empathetic and responsive to the needs of a variety of patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse assigned.
• Address the personal needs and comforts of patients from infant to elderly.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.
• Incorporate the hospital's values and mission into daily duties.

Skills

Medical terminology

English communication

Prioritization

Compassionate care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

At Good Samaritan Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers on how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values.

If you are seeking a fast-paced, challenging position in an organization committed to achieving and maintaining a standard of excellence in all we do, our organization may be a good fit for you.

Schedule

24 Hours, Days, Every Other Weekend, Part-Time, Benefit Eligible

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse assigned, performs a variety of direct patient care activities in caring for the personal needs and comforts of the patient. Provides care that addresses the specific needs of age groups from infant to elderly as well as accommodating a variety of needs specific to impairments such as hearing, sight, substance abuse, language barriers, and potential victims of abuse. Incorporates knowledge and understanding of our commitment to patient rights, exceptional care and the hospital's values and mission into his/her performance of job duties. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Required Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology is required. Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and patients is required. Must be able to prioritize multiple requests to ensure timeliness and provide exceptional patient care. Must possess the skills to be compassionate, empathetic and responsive to the needs of a variety of patients.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience

One year experience as a nursing assistant preferred

Certification / Licensure

Must possess a valid Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant license or show proof of enrollment in accredited nursing school and completion of the courses "Fundamentals of Nursing I & II."

Software / Hardware

Computer experience is preferred.

Compensation Range

$18.15- $26.97

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans