ED Nursing Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care

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

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the Emergency Department - Peabody.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide for patients' personal needs, comfort and safety, performing duties as delegated and ensuring basic daily activities are completed. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, measuring intake/output, assisting with meals, and following infection control policies.

Qualifications

• 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 activities of daily living.
• Takes and records vital signs and reports unusual observations to the nurse.
• Collects specimens for analysis and measures intake and output.
• Assists with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Performs basic clinical procedures under supervision and follows infection control policies.
• Assists with nutrition, including meal setup and feeding as required.
• Supports safety and participates in orientation of new staff.
• Performs unit-based activities as assigned.

Skills

Reading & writing

Four-function math

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the Emergency Department - Peabody.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide for patients' personal needs, comfort and safety, performing duties as delegated and ensuring basic daily activities are completed. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, measuring intake/output, assisting with meals, and following infection control policies.