Licensed Nursing Assistant I - Geropsyche - Full Time - Day / Evening

Elliot Health System; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Accrued Earned Time

403b with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program

Sign on Bonus

Miscellaneous Benefits (Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Discounts)

Job summary

Elliot Health System is looking for a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) for its Geropsychiatric Unit in Manchester, NH. The role involves performing essential direct and indirect patient care tasks under supervision, highlighting both clinical and emotional support for patients aged 65 and older.

You will enjoy a competitive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage starting from the first month, accrued time, a 403b retirement plan, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. Join a supportive team committed to exceptional patient care!

Qualifications

• Current New Hampshire licensure as LNA required.
• Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care tasks.
• Report observations and changes in patients' conditions.
• Provide basic support to patients and families.
• Document in medical records as required.

Skills

Aggression de-escalation training

Basic patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current New Hampshire licensure as LNA

Job description

LNA – Geropsyche (GPU)

Who We Are:

GPU is our 29-bed Geropsychiatric Unit specializing in the care of patients ages 65+ with co-occurring cognitive impairment and psychiatric illness.

About the Job:

The LNA, under general direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager and direct supervision of the RN is an integral member of the care delivery team by performing direct and indirect patient care through clinical tasks within the scope of LNA practice and by providing personal care and emotional support.

What You’ll Do:

• Activities of daily living
• Report all observations, symptoms, deviations from normal, and changes in patient’s condition to RN
• Provide basic support to patients and families
• Document in selected areas of the medical record as appropriate

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Current New Hampshire licensure as LNA required
• Ability to obtain BLS qualification during orientation period and maintain during employment
• Aggression de-escalation training approved by EHS

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program up to $20,000
• Sign on Bonus Eligible
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts

Work Schedule:

Days - 7:00am - 3:30pm
Evenings - 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Every Other Weekend - 32hrs/wk