Nursing Assistant

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse. The role follows Berkshire Medical Center policies and supports patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, adherence to unit guidelines, and maintaining confidentiality in a fast-paced hospital setting. Prior nursing assistant coursework and BLS are preferred or required as noted.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a Nursing Assistant course required.
• BLS certification required.
• MA NA Registry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN/LPN supervision.
• Follow unit protocols and hospital policies.
• Maintain patient safety and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate professionalism and organization in a busy environment.

Skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant course completion

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center · BMC 5 West Surg-Ortho

Hourly Pay Range: 20.4800 through 30.7200

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Nursing Assistant functions in a complimentary or assistive role under the direct supervision of the
Registered Professional Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse. The Nursing Assistant provides direct
patient care and carries out individual duties on select patients in accordance with policies and
procedures of Berkshire Medical Center.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

Patient care experience preferred.

Education and Training:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Completion of a Nursing Assistant course and/or current status as a student in a Registered Nurse or LPN preparation program required.

License, Certification & Registration:

BLS.

MA NA REGISTRY - MA Certified Nurse Aide preferred.

Other Requirements:

Ability to follow guidelines, protocols and/or policies specific to each unit and the institution.

Familiarity with Meditech preferred.

Medical terminology required or willingness to pursue as necessary.

Ability to consistently interact in a professional manner with patients, families, physicians, other members of the healthcare team. Adheres to BMC Service Excellence Standards in performance of work role.

Must possess and demonstrate excellent organizational skills necessary to complete complicated and multiple tasks accurately and concurrently.

Must have the ability to accept and facilitate changes within systems, work methods, policies, procedures, etc.

Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to maintain congenial and calm composure in stressful environment.

Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy and various regulations.

Ability to promote patient safety with detail to accuracy.

Demonstrates dependability to maintain a work schedule.

Other Addendum(s) Requirements:

The minimum and maximum of the hourly pay range for this position is shown above. Actual rates of pay may vary based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience and qualifications.

In addition to base pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• health and dental insurance
• life and disability insurance
• a competitive retirement plan contribution
• a paid time off program