LNA - Med Surg -Ortho/Oncology Per Diem

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

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH, is hiring a Nursing Assistant (LNA) to provide basic patient care on site. Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, mobility, taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and reporting changes to the charge nurse.

Requires NH LNA, NH Nursing Board, and BLS certification; 1–2 years hospital/clinic experience preferred. This per diem role offers competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification.
• Nursing Assistant (LNA) certification in New Hampshire.
• New Hampshire Board of Nursing registration required.
• Clinical/Medical Office/Managed Care experience 1-2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assists physician and/or licensed nurse with treatments and procedures as needed.
• Toileting and incontinence care for patient/client.

Skills

Vital signs

Basic patient care

Communication

Confidentiality

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

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

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.

Qualifications

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


• 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%)

Work Details

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 789 Central Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $19.47 - $24.40/Hourly Grade 3

Compensation and Benefits

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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