Compassionate Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Safety

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units and assist with safe transport and documentation. The role includes observation duties for patients requiring constant observation to maximize safety and to perform related reception and clerical tasks to keep the unit functioning smoothly.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety guidelines, and timely communication with licensed staff using SBAR and standard hospital

Qualifications

• Minimum Education - High School Diploma/GED preferred
• Minimum Work Experience - Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred
• Required Classes/Skills - BLS - Basic Life Support
• Required additional Knowledge and Abilities - Basic medical terminology, Basic computer skills, ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately

Responsibilities

• Provide direct/non-direct patient care under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Observe, obtain and report patient data/status to assigned RN.
• Respond to acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff.
• Utilize department software applications and operate in downtime as needed.

Skills

BLS

Communication

Documentation

Basic medical terminology

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

South Shore Health in Weymouth, MA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units and assist with safe transport and documentation. The role includes observation duties for patients requiring constant observation to maximize safety and to perform related reception and clerical tasks to keep the unit functioning smoothly.

The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety guidelines, and timely communication with licensed staff using SBAR and standard hospital