Licensed Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Complimentary gym membership

Affordable health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is looking for a Licensed Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. As an LNA, you'll be integral in providing patient care by preparing rooms, collecting vital signs, and assisting with transfers.

This position demands strong communication skills and a current BLS certification, supporting our mission to deliver exceptional patient care. Join us at NVRH for a rewarding healthcare career with competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement and a 401(k) with company matching.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Current BLS is required from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient rooms and assist with personal care needs.
• Collect and document essential patient data.
• Safely assist with patient transfers to beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Data collection

Vital signs measurement

Education

High school graduate or GED

Current BLS certification

Job description

Licensed Nursing Assistant/Unit Secretary

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, St. Johnsbury, Vermont, United States

About this position

Are you a Vermont Licensed Nursing Assistant seeking a rewarding healthcare career? Look no further! Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital (NVRH) is pleased to announce an exceptional opportunity to join our Med/Surg team, where we are dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care. As an LNA on our team, you'll utilize communication skills to perform non-clinical and clinical tasks. From maintaining accurate medical records to answering calls and coordinating services, you'll be vital in delivering exceptional patient care. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to basic nursing and restorative duties, making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

What you'll do day-to-day

• Comprehensive Patient Care: Prepare patient rooms and assist with personal care needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment that addresses patients' spiritual, physical, and psychosocial needs.
• Vital Signs and Data Collection: Collect and document essential patient data, including vital signs, heights, and weights, while effectively communicating relevant information to nursing staff regarding the patient's care plan.
• Patient Transfers and Safety: Safely assist with patient transfers to beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers, focusing on patient safety and comfort throughout the process.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED
• Current BLS is required from the American Heart Association.

About NVRH

Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, in the Northeast Kingdom. We are a community, not-for-profit, acute care, critical access hospital. NVRH is one of two Vermont hospitals designated Baby Friendly by the World Health Organization. The organization offers primary and preventive care, as well as surgical and specialty services, inpatient and outpatient care, and 24-hour, physician-staffed emergency services. Aligned with community partners, NVRH values and invests in efforts to address social conditions, creating well-nourished, well-housed, physically healthy, mentally healthy, and financially secure communities. NVRH serves the health needs of over 33,000 people in Caledonia and southern Essex Counties in Vermont, employing more than 700 dedicated staff.

Why Join Our Team?

Join our healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional services to your community at NVRH! We offer competitive compensation featuring enticing benefits such as student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, a complimentary gym membership, affordable health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with company matching, and additional perks. Discover a fulfilling career with us where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive rewards and support.