Nursing Assistant: Compassionate Patient Care & Support

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care at Lahey Medical Center in Peabody, MA. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will help with personal care, safety, and comfort, and you may assist with room service and feeding as needed.

The role emphasizes infection control, safety, and collaboration with the care team. High school diploma is required, and prior experience is not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• Interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
• Record vital signs (height, weight, oxygen saturation) and report unusual observations to nurse.
• Collect specimens for analysis and measure intake and output.
• Provide personal care and support daily living activities for patients.
• Perform basic clinical procedures under supervision of a nurse.

Skills

Reading & writing

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Basic PC skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care at Lahey Medical Center in Peabody, MA. Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will help with personal care, safety, and comfort, and you may assist with room service and feeding as needed.

The role emphasizes infection control, safety, and collaboration with the care team. High school diploma is required, and prior experience is not mandatory.