Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Per Diem

Lifespan

Newport (TN)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 34,000

Part time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse at Newport Hospital, RI. Responsibilities include personal care, rehabilitation activities, and maintaining a safe environment in accordance with hospital policies and Rhode Island licensing requirements.

Ideal candidates hold a Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license, basic computer skills, and BLS certification.

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 to care for patients across the life span.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities.
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs personal care tasks.
Perform basic nursing assistant skills as outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation.
Perform daily activities of living and ambulate patients as appropriate (rehabilitation skills).
Maintain a safe environment and report unsafe conditions or equipment in need of repair.
Communicate all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.
May function as a patient observer.