Compassionate Nursing Assistant - 12-Hour Shifts

Rhode Island Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-hour shifts

Every other weekend/holiday

Job summary

The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care from admission to discharge under RN supervision. The role requires RI licensure, BLS, and basic computer skills, with prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and accurate documentation in the EHR. 12-hour shifts, weekends/holidays rotation.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.
• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.
• Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities.
• Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs personal care skills.
• Carry out Basic Nursing Assistant Skills as outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health License and Facility Regulation.
• Perform Rehabilitation Skills: daily activities of living and assist ambulation as appropriate.
• Maintain a Safe Environment by reporting unsafe conditions and equipment in need of repair.
• Document patient observations in the EHR and communicate with the RN.

Skills

Nursing Assistant License (RI)

BLS Certification

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care from admission to discharge under RN supervision. The role requires RI licensure, BLS, and basic computer skills, with prior experience preferred.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining a safe environment, and accurate documentation in the EHR. 12-hour shifts, weekends/holidays rotation.