Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Med Surg, varied shifts, per diem

Cheshire Medical Center; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, NH seeks a Licensed Nursing Assistant to support patient care across the Thompson Unit. You will assist RNs and LPNs with examinations, prepare equipment, and provide basic daily living activities focused on comfort and safety.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, NH LNA license, and BLS certification within 3 months of hire. Training in 12-lead EKG and glucose meters is preferred; two years of related experience is also advantageous.

Qualifications

• The LNA assists with age-appropriate patient care and daily living activities.
• Training in 12-lead EKG and glucose meters is preferred.
• NH LNA license and BLS required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN/LPN/other healthcare providers with examinations and treatments as requested.
• Prepare equipment for procedures as directed.
• Provide basic care related to bathing, skin care, mobility, elimination, and nutrition.

Skills

Patient care

Basic nursing support

EKG training (12-lead)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NH LNA license

BLS certification

Job description

Cheshire Medical Center · Thompson Unit

Keene , NH

Nursing

The Licensed Nursing Assistant assists in various aspects of patient care that are within the prescribed skills and required qualifications ofthis 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.