Nursing Assistant

Samaritan Health Services; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center in Portland, ME, seeks a Nursing Assistant for the night shift. You will provide compassionate patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and assist with activities of daily living to promote comfort and recovery.

Documentation of care in medical records, teamwork with the care team, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Requires HS diploma, and BLS within 3 months of hire; computer literacy is preferred.

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Assists with activities of daily living and patient comfort.
• Requires documentation of care in medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ambulation and turning of patients.
• Move patients with equipment and monitor safety.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Maintain accurate records and report changes promptly.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Stress management

Communication

Equipment handling

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Location:

Samaritan Medical Center

Department:

01.6013 SMC 5 PRATT

Pay Range:

$17.97 - $27.86

Care for our community, and your career.

• The Nursing Assistant provides compassionate patient care to a diverse age group of patients with a variety of medical and/or surgical conditions. This individual provides direct patient care and works collaboratively with other patient care team members including the patient and family, to achieve optimal patient outcomes. All care is provided under the direction and supervision of a registered or licensed nurse. The Nursing Assistant assists with activities of daily living and delegated patient care treatments and procedures. Is responsible to assist with ambulation of patients, turning patients and promoting comfort.
• Previous experience or graduated from a Nursing Assistant program preferred.
• Ability to document on medical records and patient care forms and understand printed health related material.
• One year or more experience as a Nurse Assistant preferable.
• Computer experience preferred. Works effectively with others, possess tact, discretion and diplomacy.
• Ability to work under stress and complete duties sometimes with numerous interruptions.
• Must be able to write legibly and be able to document, accurately, type of care given.
• Must be able to communicate information to supervisor and co-workers.
• Must be familiar with equipment used to move patients, take vital signs and document.
• Ability to understand printed health related material.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire
• High school level of knowledge

Samaritan is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Work Shift:

FLSA7DAY- 12 Hours Night Shift (United States of America)

Position Hours:

36

Samaritan is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.