LNA - Critical Care Stepdown 36hrs - Days

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

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Licensed Nursing Assistant to join our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) on day shifts. You will work 12-hour shifts (6:30am–7:00pm) with a focus on patient assessment, comfort, and essential care tasks while contributing to a supportive team.

Ideal candidates hold an active LNA certification, demonstrate compassion, strong communication, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment; NH LNA license and BLS are required.

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.

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 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 and emotional support to patients.
• Facilitate visits from family and friends.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients.
• Assist in emergencies and maintain safety precautions.
• Support smooth departmental operations and discharge process.
• Help orient new staff members.
• Maintain current knowledge and competency in LNA practice.
• Participate in in-service training and development opportunities.

Skills

LNA certification

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work in fast-paced env

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

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! In our Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) 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.

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

3At 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.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.