EH - Patient Safety Assistant LNA

Exeter Hospital; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellness resources

Ongoing training and growth

Job summary

Exeter Hospital in New Hampshire seeks a Licensed Nursing Assistant for the Emergency Department to provide direct patient observation and essential care under RN supervision. The role focuses on safety, patient monitoring, and timely communication with nursing staff.

Qualifications include NH LNA license, CPR within 90 days, and strong communication and customer service skills. 0–6 months of experience is typical for entry-level applicants.

Qualifications

• NH LNA license required.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• 0–6 months of experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct visual observation of patients for safety under RN supervision.
• Provide continuous observation for suicidal patients via video or direct view.
• Alert nurse if patient behavior changes or if observer concerns arise.
• Review observation care plans with the nurse at shift start and end.
• Perform duties within LNA scope, including vital signs and ADLs assistance.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

0-6 months experience

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Exeter Hospital and Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What makes us unique is the spirit of our staff, who are team-oriented and focused on providing outstanding patient care experience and quality outcomes for those we are privileged to serve. In addition, we want to ensure that our employees feel well cared for by offering a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing training and growth opportunities, wellness resources, special perks, and more.

Our Magnet designation

Our Magnet designation is recognition of our excellent nursing staff and the high-quality, innovative patient care we deliver every day in our community.

The Emergency Department at Exeter Hospital

The Emergency Department at Exeter Hospital cares for a diverse patient population with a wide range of medical needs. With annual volumes of approximately 33,000 patients, the department is one of the busiest in the Seacoast area. In addition to the main Emergency Department, comprised of 21 beds, there is a 6-bed Minor Care area.

Provide direct and constant visual observation of patients for their safety under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Perform LNA responsibilities as required or needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• NH State Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
• CPR Certified within 90 days of hire
• Strong Communication Skills
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• 0-6 months experience

Major Responsibilities

• Provide constant observation to patients who are suicidal by means of video monitoring or direct visualization.
• Alert nurse if there is a change in the patient's behavior or response that the observer is concerned about.
• Review observation care plan for the patient with the nurse at the beginning and end of shift.
• May report food and/or liquid intake.
• Perform duties within the scope of LNA- i.e. vital signs, assistance with ADLs