Nurse Assistant - Nursing Float Pool

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc.; East Hampton (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Aide to assist patients with daily living activities under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. You will help maintain patient records and participate in safe, clean care environments.

The role requires strong communication in English, basic computer skills, and a commitment to teamwork within Hartford HealthCare's Greater Manchester Region. Training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; CNA preferred but not required.
• Active CNA certification at hire or during orientation.
• Completion of classroom education on Nurse Aide competencies and verification during orientation; maintain competency; CPR/BLS certification by hire or orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under RN/LPN direction.
• Maintain accurate and clear communication with patients, families and other staff.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment and contribute to patient care coordination.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (preferred)

CPR/BLS certification (required or within orientation)

Job description

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

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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.

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