Nurse Assistant - Nursing Float Pool

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc.; East Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. Nurse Aide position assists patients with basic needs under the direction of the RN or LPN, and supports coordination of patient care. It ensures accurate medical records and clear communication with patients, families and staff, while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

The role requires English reading/comprehension and basic computer skills; certification is preferred but not required, with BCLS certification to be obtained upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CNA certification preferred but not required.
• Active CNA certification upon hire.
• Documentation of Nurse Aide competencies during orientation.
• BCLS certification upon hire and ongoing competency.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under RN/LPN supervision.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with patients, families and staff.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and support coordination of care.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Successful completion of certified nursing assistant program is preferred but not required

Active Certified Nurse Assistant certification upon hire

Classroom education on Nurse Aide competencies documented

Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Location Detail:

71 Haynes Street (10627)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.
• ORActive 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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