Night Shift Nursing Assistant — Patient Care & Safety

South Shore Health; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the SSH Med Surg Pratt 4 unit. This full-time night-shift role involves safe transport, bedside assistance, documentation, and escalation to licensed staff as needed.

Requirements include a preferred high school diploma, BLS certification, and the ability to communicate clearly, document accurately, and work well with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education - High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum Work Experience - Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.
• Required Classes/Skills - BLS - Basic Life Support.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately; basic medical terminology and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe, report patient data/status to RN.
• Assist with patient care and safe transport.
• Provide care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Perform receptionist and clerical duties to support unit operations.
• Comply with safety, privacy, and hospital policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

BLS certification

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ACLS Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Instructor

BLS Instructor

Job description

South Shore Health System in Weymouth, MA, is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care in the SSH Med Surg Pratt 4 unit. This full-time night-shift role involves safe transport, bedside assistance, documentation, and escalation to licensed staff as needed.

Requirements include a preferred high school diploma, BLS certification, and the ability to communicate clearly, document accurately, and work well with diverse teams.