Geriatric Psych Inpatient CNA: Compassionate Care

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant at The Westerly Hospital in Rhode Island to assist in patient care across nursing areas, transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher, and perform clerical duties to support unit operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, RI Nursing Assistant license, BLS, CPI training within 1 year, and preference for prior hospital or behavioral health experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
• Previous behavioral health experience preferred.
• Current RI Nursing Assistant License and Basic Life Support.
• CPI training within 1 yr of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Adhere to Westerly Hospital policies and procedures.
• Serve as a resource and role model for staff.
• Participate in training and educational activities.
• Show respect, dignity, compassion, and professionalism to all customers.
• Demonstrate teamwork and cooperation with colleagues.
• Report to work on time and follow attendance policies.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

People skills

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

Lifting patients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant at The Westerly Hospital in Rhode Island to assist in patient care across nursing areas, transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher, and perform clerical duties to support unit operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, RI Nursing Assistant license, BLS, CPI training within 1 year, and preference for prior hospital or behavioral health experience; strong communication and teamwork are essential.