Licensed Nursing Assistant, LNA

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO and holidays

403(b) with employer match

Fitness center access

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Legal services

Pet Insurance

Discount purchasing program

Job summary

Covenant Living seeks a Licensed Nursing Assistant to deliver compassionate resident care in accordance with policy and procedure. You will perform direct physical cares, document needs, and may supervise non‑licensed staff on the unit, reporting to the LPN and RN as required.

You will monitor residents’ physical and emotional well‑being, communicate changes to the team, assist with admissions, orientation, and transfers, and support safe mobility and daily activities, while upholding

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months full-time experience as a nursing assistant in a long-term geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care per established policies and procedures.
• Perform direct physical cares and document resident needs and conditions.
• Supervise other non-licensed staff on the nursing unit when designated.
• Communicate observations and concerns regularly with the charge nurse and RN.
• Monitor safety hazards in resident rooms and address as needed.
• Assist with admissions, orientation, discharge and transfers of residents.
• Assist with safe mobility and proper use of walkers and wheelchairs.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication (English)

Cooperation spirit

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Nursing Assistant

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!This position is accountable for delivering patient care according to established policies and procedures. The position is responsible for carrying out direct physical cares, documentation of resident needs and conditions, and when indicated, direction of other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit. This position may be designated as \"responsible/ charge\" on a unit on a particular shift, but is accountable to the LPN for monitoring and RN for supervision.Communicate on a regular basis with the charge nurse regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, conditions, etc.Observe residents' medical, mental and emotional conditions and communicate changes to appropriate staff. Provide explanation and offer understanding of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures and provide support relating to medical care as appropriate.Monitors resident rooms for actual or potential safety hazards such as faulty electrical equipment, frayed electrical cords, scatter rugs, etc. and negotiates with the resident/family for replacement or removal. Demonstrates proper body mechanics in assisting residents, physical activities and lifting/moving items. Instructs/reinforces proper technique for residents in safe use of walkers and wheelchairs.Assist in the admission, orientation discharge and transfer of residents including but not limited to: packing/unpacking belongings, placement of personal belongings, initiating needed work orders, orienting resident to the apartment and unit environment. Obtaining shower and laundry schedule for new residents, assisting with dining room seating and introductions.EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:Required Degree: High School DiplomaCertificate(s):Licensed Nursing AideExperience:1 year experience as a Licensed Nursing AssistantKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent plus a minimum of 6 months full time experience as a nursing assistant in a long-term geriatric setting.Requires a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth. Proven leadership skills necessary.Good observation skills are required. The position requires the ability to treat patient information confidentially.The individual must be well organized and the ability to understand and show compassion to senior adults is essential.Must be able to communicate (written and verbal) effectively in English with residents, family and staff.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The majority of time is spent between standing and walking. There is considerable amount of bending, stooping and supporting residents. Must be able to lift weights of 25 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance and the ability to support weights of 100 pounds. Manual dexterity and keen vision are necessary in use of equipment. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions and is at risk of exposure to potentially infectious material as part of the routine job functions.#LPNCompensation Pay Range:$18.15 - $24.14 per hourReasonable Pay EstimateA reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $18.15 - $24.14 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityPaid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays403(b) with a 3% employer matchFitness center use at most facilities.Various voluntary benefits:Life, AD&DTuition assistance and scholarshipsEmployee assistance programLegal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing programPet InsuranceFor more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.