Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) – Intensive Care Unit (ICU), per diem

Dartmouth-Hitchcock; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Dartmouth Health is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant to assist in patient care under the supervision of RNs and LPNs. The role includes preparing equipment, assisting with examinations and daily living activities, and ensuring age-appropriate care for patients. A NH LNA license and BLS are required, with training in EKG and glucose meters preferred.

The position is per diem with pay range $20.68–$32.05 per hour, offering a comprehensive core benefits package to employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• New Hampshire LNA license and BLS required.
• Training in 12-lead EKG and use of glucose meters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN/LPN and other healthcare providers with examinations and treatments.
• Prepare equipment for procedures as directed.
• Provide basic care related to activities of daily living (bathing, skin care, mobility, nutrition) as directed by the RN/LPN.

Skills

Patient care

Basic nursing skills

Age-specific care

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma

LNA license (NH)

EKG training

Glucose meters training

Computer experience

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

The Licensed Nursing Assistant assists in various aspects of patient care that are within the prescribed skills and required qualifications of this position and demonstrates knowledge and application of age-specific behavior and human growth and development from age 16 through the adult life span. Responsibilities include assisting RN/LPN/other healthcare providers with examinations and treatments as requested, preparing equipment for procedures as directed, and providing basic care related to activities of daily living for patients as directed by the RN/LPN, including bathing, skin care, movement and exercise/assistive care and devices, elimination, bowel/bladder training and nutrition.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Training in 12 -lead EKG and use of glucose meters preferred. Minimum of two years experience in one of the job skills incorporated in this position is preferred. Computer experience preferred. New Hampshire LNA license and BLS (within 3 months of hire and maintained on a biannual basis) required.

• Area of Interest: Nursing;
• Pay Range: $20.68 – $32.05;
• Work Status: 7a-7p, 7p-7a, variable days/nights;
• Employment Type: Per Diem;
• Job ID: 17252

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Dartmouth Health is an Affir­mative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.