Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) / Driver - Woodridge Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing

UVM Health - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. You will assist with routine tasks, document care, and communicate changes in patient condition according to policy.

Responsibilities include coordinating off-site resident appointments and operating the Woodridge vehicle to transport patients as needed.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Registered in the State of Vermont as a Licensed Nursing Assistant.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle license; Driver’s license must be maintained per policy A-904.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect nursing care for patients under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Promote communication of patients’ status and changes in condition to the licensed nurse.
• Assist with care planning and ensure adherence to the approved plan of care and department policies.
• Arrange off-site resident appointments and operate Woodridge vehicle for transportation to appointments.

Skills

Basic nursing care

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in Vermont

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse performs direct and indirect nursing care for patients. Is responsible for the care provided to assigned patients and accountable to the unit manager/charge nurse for such care. Arranges off-site resident appointments and operates the Woodridge vehicle to provide transportation to appointments.

This position will be involved with managing medical records under the direction of the Director of Nursing. Provides care to assigned patients in conformance with Nursing Department Policies, Standards of Practice, physician orders and an approved plan of care. Promotes communication of patients' status, change in condition and patients' need with the licensed nurse.

Functions within Nursing Department and CVMC and Woodridge policies and procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the nursing department and CVMC and Woodridge.

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Registered in the State of Vermont as a Licensed Nursing Assistant.
• Must have a valid motor vehicle license. Must provide Motor Vehicle Report in accordance with policy A-904.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant in a health care setting is preferred.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform basic nursing care skills.