Neuro ICU Nursing Assistant - Day Shift, Full-Time

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,720,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA seeks a Nursing Assistant to join our team. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you’ll perform basic patient care activities to support comfort, safety and daily living for assigned patients.

You will record vital signs, assist with nutrition, and help with activities of daily living. Responsibilities include collecting specimens, nursing procedures under supervision, infection control compliance, and aiding orientation of new staff.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire for new hires/transfers.
• Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
• Knowledge of medical terminology highly beneficial.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work with patients and families.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic health records or respective systems.

Responsibilities

• Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes activities of daily living.
• Takes and records vital signs and other observations.
• Collects specimens for analysis and records intake/output.
• Provides for patient nutrition and assists with meals.
• Performs basic clinical procedures under the supervision of a nurse.
• Supports safety and infection control policies and practices.
• Assists with patient orientation and acts as a safety attendant when needed.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and mandatory education.

Skills

BLS Certification

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Burlington, MA seeks a Nursing Assistant to join our team. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you’ll perform basic patient care activities to support comfort, safety and daily living for assigned patients.

You will record vital signs, assist with nutrition, and help with activities of daily living. Responsibilities include collecting specimens, nursing procedures under supervision, infection control compliance, and aiding orientation of new staff.