Licensed Nursing Assistant - LNA - Per Diem

careers-silverstoneliving; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay with meals provided

Scholarship program

Employee recognition

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Silverstone Living in Nashua, NH is seeking a per diem Licensed Nursing Assistant to provide resident care under supervision. The role includes serving meals, assisting with dining, giving fluids and nourishment, and maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for residents.

Ideal candidates have NH LNA certification and an active NH license, with ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds. This is a per diem position offering hourly pay and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a formal Nurse Assistant training program.
• Certification as an LNA in the State of New Hampshire.
• Licensed to practice as an LNA in New Hampshire.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision as assigned.
• Serve meals, assist dining and nourishment for residents.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for residents.
• Answer residents' calls for assistance promptly.
• Notify supervising nurse of any change in condition.
• Carry out housekeeping tasks not assigned to other departments.
• Transport residents as required.
• Attend annual in-service programs on safety and body mechanics.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

NH Nurse Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a per diem LNA to join our team.

BENEFITS:

• Hourly pay with paid meal breaks and discounted food for staff.
• Scholarship Program / Education Assistance.
• Employee Recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision as assigned.
• Serve meals, feed those patients who require it and assist patients in the dining room.
• Provide fluids and nourishment for the residents.
• Maintain a safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for the residents, with special consideration to cleanliness, ventilation, lighting, repairs and furniture arrangement.
• Answer resident's call for assistance promptly.
• Report to the supervising nurse immediately if the resident complains, has a change in condition, or whenever other special needs arise.
• Provide special services for residents not needing professional skills.
• Perform specific functions as are taught by professional personnel in accordance with Community policies.
• Carry out housekeeping functions on the unit that are not specifically assigned to the Housekeeping Department.
• Carry out technical duties and procedures as assigned if she/he has satisfactorily completed an in-service program on such.
• Maintain good relationships with residents and their families and friends as well as with the public in general.
• Transport residents as required.
• Assume all other duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse.
• Assume responsibility for self-safety and safety of immediate work environment.
• Responsible for attendance at annual in-service programs with regards to body mechanics, right-to-know laws and fire and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have attended training as a nurse assistant in a formal course.
• LNA must have satisfactorily completed a certification program in the State of New Hampshire.
• Must be licensed in the State of New Hampshire.
• Required to be on your feet for extended periods of time including physical activity that includes walking, bending, kneeling, twisting up to 4-6 hours per day.
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Use motor coordination of arms, legs, hands, wrists, and fingers on a regular basis.

Silverstone Living is a non-profit organization supporting Hunt Community, The Huntington at Nashua, At Home by Hunt and Webster at Rye. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.