Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) – Harvest Hill, Days

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dartmouth Health is seeking a compassionate Medication Nursing Assistant to support residents in Lebanon, NH. You will administer medications, assist with daily living activities, and monitor residents under nurse supervision.

Required NH MNA license and BCLS within 30 days of hire; flexibility for holidays and weekends; independence and initiative are essential in this role.

We emphasize comprehensive resident care, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols to ensure well-being and comfort.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Medication Nursing Assistant program and NH MNA license.
• Ability to think, act and intervene independently in routine and emergency situations.
• Must be self-motivated and organized with minimal errors.
• Experience with dementia care preferred.
• Willing to learn and flexible to work holidays and weekends.
• Current BCLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Administers medications and treatment within licensed scope.
• Keeps medications locked in cabinet or drawer; keys with staff.
• Assists with activities of daily living and mobility, including transfers.
• Observes changes in residents' condition and reports to nurse on duty.
• Assists residents to dining room or serves trays in apartments; helps with laundry.
• Participates in recreation activities and responds to emergencies.
• Documents resident incidents and assists with care planning.
• Orientates new residents and staff; performs other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Independence

Self-motivation

Dementia care knowledge

Flexibility

Formation

Medication Nursing Assistant certification (NH MNA license)

BCLS certification (within 30 days)

Outils

BCLS certification

Description du poste

POSITION STANDARDS

• Must have completed Medication Nursing Assistant from accredited school and hold a NH MNA License.
• Must be able to think, act, and intervene independently in both routine and emergency situations.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be able to relate to residents and staff in a courteous and diplomatic manner under all circumstances.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including Holidays and weekends.
• Must be willing to learn.
• Must be organized and able to perform duties with minimum errors.
• Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Previous LNA/MNA experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of dementia care.

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Anything listed here requires a pre-employment physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.

Physical Activity

• Must be able to lift/pull up to 35lbs
• Must be able to walk routinely throughout shift
• Must be able to lift, carry, stand, bend, crawl, squat, reach, and kneel

Upper Extremity

Push/Pull/Lift/Carry

PART TWO: FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

• Position Objective

  To assist the residents with those activities of daily living that they are unable to perform without help. To foster residents’ independence and freedom of choice at all times.

• Performance Expectation

  • Administers medications and treatment in a timely manner all while working within the scope of their license.
  • Ensures all medications are locked in medication cabinet or drawer and keys are with staff member.
  • Provides assistance with activities of daily living to include dressing and undressing, bathing, personal hygiene, mobility devices including monitoring of safe transfer and ambulation techniques, and care of ADL devices such as eyeglasses, contact lenses and hearing aids.
  • Observes and reports changes in residents’ physical condition and cognitive/emotional status to nurse on duty.
  • Assists residents to the dining room or serves tray in the apartment as needed.
  • Provide and/or assist with personal laundry when needed.
  • Participate and assist with recreation activities as needed.
  • Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations.
  • Follows up with appropriate staff, residents, or other individuals regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns.
  • Documents resident’s incidents.
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge regarding Life line and PHB system, initiate problem solving if needed.
  • Prepares and maintains resident records.
  • Assists licensed personnel in assessing needs, vital signs, revising plan of care and establishing resident care routines.
  • Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values, and wisdom of the residents and an understanding of the aging process.
  • Assists in orienting new residents and staff to the facility.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Min: $20.68
Max: $32.05

• Area of Interest: Nursing Services;
• Work Status: M-F, weekend rotation;
• Employment Type: Full Time;
• Job ID: 5993

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.