Compassionate Nursing Assistant – Med-Surg Care

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Medical Surgical unit 7 West. You will provide patient care under RN supervision, assist with activities of daily living, and help ensure patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy in vital signs, intake/output, and basic clinical tasks, along with adherence to infection control and departmental procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Ability to learn medical terminology and basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of activities of daily living for assigned patients.
• Vital Signs: may take and record vital signs, height/weight, oxygen saturation and report unusual observations.
• Intake and Output: collects specimens and records intake and output.
• Clinical Procedures: performs basic clinical procedures under supervision of a nurse.
• Safety: supports safety and infection control policies and procedures.

Skills

Basic reading & math

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Medical Surgical unit 7 West. You will provide patient care under RN supervision, assist with activities of daily living, and help ensure patient safety and comfort in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The role emphasizes accuracy in vital signs, intake/output, and basic clinical tasks, along with adherence to infection control and departmental procedures.