LNA- Licensed Nursing Assistant- WMCH per diem

MedStar Health; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care in Dover, NH. The role involves various responsibilities, including assisting patients with daily activities such as grooming, eating, and taking vital signs. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma, relevant certifications, and exhibit strong communication and caregiving skills.

Qualifications

• Required to have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Certification and LNA license are mandatory.
• Clinical or nursing assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care like bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Take vital signs and report any changes.
• Assist with meals and personal grooming.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of patient rights

Confidentiality

Sensitivity to needs

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Nursing Assistant License

Job description

Summary
Responsible for providing basic nursing care which includes assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and toileting. Also responsible for taking vital signs, obtaining specimens, observing and reporting information and basic first aid.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions:
Obtains and records Vital Signs and weights per policy.
-Provide hands on patient/client care.
-Grooming and personal care of patient/client.
-Feeds or assists patients with meals and provides additional nourishment and hydration per care plan.
-Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area.
-Assists physician and or licensed nurse with treatments and procedures as needed.
-Toileting and incontinence care for patient/client.
-Reports changes in patient's condition, patient/family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and or supervisor.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing required
Experience
Clinical/Medical Office/Managed Care Experience 1-2 years preferred or Nursing Assistant Experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledgeable in general nursing assistant practices, personal care and basic medical services.
- Knowledgeable of patient rights, privacy and confidentiality.
- Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of patients and employees.
- Understands and is committed to maintaining highest level of confidentiality and adheres to policies on confidentiality.
- Good communication skills both written and oral.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds independently.

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%)

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.