Night Shift Nursing Assistant – Patient Care & Support

Brown-University-Health-1; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in Newport, Rhode Island. This role covers admission to discharge, performing personal care, basic nursing tasks, and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include prioritizing work with the RN, ensuring safety, documenting in the EHR, and reporting any concerns. Requires RI Nursing Assistant license, HS diploma, and BLS certification; evening/nights possible.

Qualifications

• Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.
• High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.
• BLS certification per American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist in caring for patients and families from admission to discharge under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with RN to organize work and set priorities.
• Perform personal care, basic nursing assistant tasks and daily living activities.
• Maintain safety and infection control; document data in the EHR and care records.
• Report unsafe conditions and equipment needs to supervisor.
• Communicate patient observations to the RN and participate in emergencies when needed.

Education

Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license

High school diploma or equivalent

American Heart Association BLS certification

Job description

Brown University Health seeks a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in Newport, Rhode Island. This role covers admission to discharge, performing personal care, basic nursing tasks, and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include prioritizing work with the RN, ensuring safety, documenting in the EHR, and reporting any concerns. Requires RI Nursing Assistant license, HS diploma, and BLS certification; evening/nights possible.