LNA - Critical Care Stepdown 36hrs - Days

The General Hospital Corporation; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH, is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) for the Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU). The role features 6:30am–7pm shifts (3 x 12-hour) with excellent benefits and shift differentials.

Expect a 7:1 patient ratio, self-scheduling, and opportunities to advance clinical skills in a dynamic team. Primary duties include vital signs, specimen handling, patient care, mobility support, and maintaining a safe, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Current LNA certification.
• NH LNA License and BLS are required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs and patient information.
• Assist with specimen management and bedside laboratory testing.
• Observe and report patient responses to care.
• Support patients with feeding and nutritional intake.
• Assist with personal hygiene and elimination needs.
• Promote mobility through ambulation and exercise therapy.
• Assist with dressing, bathing, and oral health maintenance.
• Provide comfort measures and emotional support to patients.
• Help orient new staff members.
• Maintain safe and clean environment and assist in discharge processes.

Skills

LNA certification

BLS certification

Compassionate care

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Job Summary

Join Our Team as a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)

6:30am -7pm - (3) -12hr shifts

Excellent Benefits and great Shift Differentials

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

Are you looking to advance your LNA skills in a supportive and dynamic environment? Look no further! A position in our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) where you will gain invaluable experience while making a difference in patient care.

Why Work in the IMCU?

• 7:1 Patient Ratio: Enjoy a manageable patient load for personalized care.
• Flexible Scheduling: Benefit from self-scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
• Diverse Patient Acuity: Work with a variety of patients, enhancing your clinical skills.
• Supportive Leadership: An open-door policy with the Nurse Manager ensures you have the support you need.
• Nursing Support: Collaborate closely with experienced nursing staff to deliver exceptional care.

About Us

We are a leading hospital in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire and Southern Maine, recognized for our commitment to patient-centered care. Our organization values diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to reflect the communities we serve. Join us in our mission to provide innovative healthcare and research.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

As an LNA in the IMCU, your primary duties will include:

Patient Assessment and Care:

• Measure and record vital signs and patient information.
• Assist with specimen management and bedside laboratory testing.
• Observe and report patient responses to care.

Nutritional and Elimination Needs:

• Support patients with feeding and nutritional intake.
• Assist with personal hygiene and elimination needs.

Mobility and Personal Care:

• Promote mobility through ambulation and exercise therapy.
• Assist with dressing, bathing, and oral health maintenance.

Comfort and Emotional Support:

• Provide comfort measures and emotional support to patients.
• Facilitate visits from family and friends.

Patient Safety and Environmental Cleanliness:

• Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients.
• Assist in emergency situations and maintain safety precautions.

Unit Operations:

• Support smooth departmental operations by assisting with errands and the discharge process.
• Help orient new staff members.

Ongoing Learning:

• Maintain current knowledge and competency in LNA practice.
• Participate in in-service training and development opportunities.

Qualifications:

Current LNA certification.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

NH LNA License and BLS are required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type
  Onsite
• Work Location
  789 Central Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
  36
• Employee Type
  Regular
• Work Shift
  Day (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.

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 j