ED Nursing Assistant: Patient Care & Safety Pro

South Shore Health System; Weymouth, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units. You will assist in safe patient transport, documentation, and general unit tasks while acting as an observer when required.

The role emphasizes safety, communication with the care team, and adherence to hospital policies. Responsibilities include supporting licensed staff, maintaining certification, and engaging with patients and families to ensure comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required or preferred.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal with a wide variety of individuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct/non-direct patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Observe, obtain and report patient data/status to RN.
• Respond to acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff.
• Maintain current knowledge/certification and participate in ongoing development.
• Uphold a culture of safety, verify patient identification, and follow hygiene guidelines.

Skills

BLS - Basic Life Support

Basic medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Effective communication

Accurate documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

South Shore Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing units. You will assist in safe patient transport, documentation, and general unit tasks while acting as an observer when required.

The role emphasizes safety, communication with the care team, and adherence to hospital policies. Responsibilities include supporting licensed staff, maintaining certification, and engaging with patients and families to ensure comfort and safety.