Nurse Assistant (CNA, PCT) - Nursing Float Pool

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Aide position at Hartford HealthCare’s Greater Manchester Region supports patients with daily living activities under RN/LPN guidance. You will help maintain a safe, clean environment and ensure accurate documentation.

Strong English communication and basic computer skills are expected, with CNA certification preferred or active at hire. Requires a High School diploma and BCLS certification by orientation, with shifts every other weekend and holiday.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certification preferred or active upon hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under the supervision of the RN/LPN.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families and healthcare team.
• Contribute to a clean, safe environment and collaborate with staff.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Active CNA certification

CNA competencies training

Job description

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)
Shift Detail: every other weekend, every other holiday
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.
Position Summary The Nurse Aide performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of the RN or LPN. Performs additional competencies to enhance coordination and collaboration of patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN. Ensures accurate and clear communication to patients, families, and other employees at all times, assisting with other duties as needed to maintain a safe and clean environment. Maintains an accurate medical record. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.
Qualifications EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of certified nursing assistant program is preferred but not required.

OR

• Active Certified Nurse Assistant certification upon hire.
• Completion of classroom education on Nurse Aide competencies and written verification of such competencies in the clinical area required within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role.
• Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.

Competencies

• Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic Computer skills are necessary.

We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.