Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Brown University Health; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Newport, RI is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist with patient and family care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, from admission to discharge. The role emphasizes personal care, safety, and accurate documentation in the EHR while collaborating with the care team.

Required credentials include a Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license, BLS certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent; at least one year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.
• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities.
• Personal Care Skills.
• Basic Nursing Assistant Skills as outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health
• Rehabilitation Skills: performs daily activities of living and ambulates patient as appropriate
• Maintenance of Safe Environment: reports unsafe conditions to RN or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair
• Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: communicates observations to the RN
• Safety: maintains quality assurance and infection control; documents data in EHR and care flowsheets
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job description

Brown University Health in Newport, RI is seeking a Nursing Assistant to assist with patient and family care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, from admission to discharge. The role emphasizes personal care, safety, and accurate documentation in the EHR while collaborating with the care team.

Required credentials include a Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license, BLS certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent; at least one year of experience is preferred.