Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Elevate Patient Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and help with nutrition and safety while following infection control policies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation accuracy, and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Prior BLS certification is required by start date.

Qualifications

• Education: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: Basic Life Support/BLS Required.
• Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
• Ability to obtain knowledge of medical terminology, basic personal computer skills, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of activities of daily living for assigned patients.
• Takes vital signs and records them.
• Intake and Output: Collects specimens for analysis and measures and records intake and output.
• Provides for patient’s nutritional needs, including assisting with room service and feeding as required.
• Performs basic clinical procedures under supervision and supports safety and infection control.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and help with nutrition and safety while following infection control policies.

The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation accuracy, and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced healthcare setting. Prior BLS certification is required by start date.