Nurse Assistant (CNA, PCT) - Special Care Telemetry

hhccareers; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare in the Greater Manchester Region seeks a Nurse Assistant to support patients with daily living activities under RN/LPN supervision, ensuring clear communication and a safe, clean environment.

Requirements include either a CNA certification or willingness to obtain; BCLS upon hire; CNA program preferred; strong English reading and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Active CNA certification upon hire.
• BCLS certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under RN/LPN supervision.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure clear communication with patients and families.
• Support a safe, clean environment and coordinate care as part of the care team.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA certification upon hire

BCLS certification upon hire

Job description

Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, over 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 as a Nurse Assistant.

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.

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 colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment