LNA 36-hour Nights - Float Pool

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking aPatient Care Associate to assist patients with daily living activities and support licensed staff. The role involves basic clinical tasks, vital signs, and documentation in the EHR.

Responsibilities include assisting with meals, patient transfers, and collaboration with RNs and physicians to support examinations and treatments. Strong communication and computer skills are essential, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in patient care is not a substitute for the degree requirement.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing and eating.
• Document vital signs and other data in the EHR.
• Perform point-of-care testing, obtain vital signs, perform EKGs and phlebotomy as directed.
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges and ensure rooms are stocked and cleaned.

Skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Patient service

Lifting 35 lbs

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

3-12hrs shifts working 7pm -7am

Salary Range: $19.47 -$31.09. Pay based on experience.

Excellent benefits!

Summary

Works under the direction of licensed personnel to assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating. Performs basic clinical tasks, including measuring and documenting vital signs, to support patient care and safety.

Essential Functions

• Performs assigned patient care duties and clinical functions, including documenting point-of-care testing, obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs and phlebotomy, assisting with bathing and personal hygiene, transferring and ambulating patients, providing 1:1 patient observation for safety, and assisting RNs and physicians with examinations and treatments as needed.
• Documents patient information in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), including height, weight, food and fluid intake, urine, stool, vomit and other output, and blood glucose results.
• Assists patients with meal tray setup, eating, and feeding as needed.
• Ensures patient rooms are appropriately stocked, equipped, and cleaned based on patient needs and volume.
• Retrieves, sets up, and cleans equipment between patient uses and reports malfunctioning equipment in accordance with organizational policies.
• Assists with patient admissions and discharges.
• Supports the orientation of new Patient Care Associate (PCA) team members as directed.
• Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, and other members of the care team.
• Communicates patient care concerns and changes in patient condition to nursing staff promptly and effectively.
• Promotes a positive, collaborative team environment that supports teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS] - required
• [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing required

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$19.47 - $24.40/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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