Nursing Assistant I - CONTINUOUS

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts Hospital, seeks attentive Nursing Assistants I for full- and part-time roles to support residents with daily living activities and to monitor health needs under supervision of a nurse.

Shifts include 7:00AM-3:30PM, 3:00PM-11:30PM, and 11:15PM-7:15AM with overtime and every-other weekend. Ideal candidates communicate changes in condition, assist with exams, and maintain accurate records while upholding safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written/oral instructions and communicate changes in condition.
• Team-based work in a clinical setting.
• Comfort working with residents under physical and emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents including activities of daily living.
• Record vital signs, intake/output, and other health information.
• Accompany residents to appointments and assist with examinations.
• Support nurses and physicians with treatments and positioning as needed.
• Maintain patient safety and contribute to the Nursing Care Plan.

Skills

Following instructions

Team player

Interacting under stress

Education

CNA certification preferred

Job description

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Job Description - Nursing Assistant I - CONTINUOUS (2600065I)

Job Description

Description

Western Massachusetts Hospital operated by the Department of Public Health (DPH) is seekingattentive and caring Nursing Assistants (NA) for full and part time positions who are passionate about building meaningful relationships andhave the ability to provide outstanding care and service to our patient population. The ideal candidates will assist in the daily living routine of our residents, assess and communicate changes in condition and recommend solutions in care and service, under the direction of a professional nurse.

Please Note: There are full time (40 hours per week) and part time (24 or 32 hours per week) positions availablewith rotating days offand every other weekend required.The shifts are:

1st Shift (7:00AM to 3:30 PM), working every other weekend with days off as assigned.

2nd Shift (3:00PM to 11:30PM), working every other weekend with days off as assigned.

3rd Shift (11:15PM to 7:15AM),working every other weekend with days off as assigned.

Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Provide direct care to residents and assist with activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, mobility, incontinence care, dressing, feeding and other services of support.
• Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information as assigned.
• Accompanypatients to appointments and recreational activities.
• Assist nurses and physicians with exams or treatments, including turning and positioning of patients, draping, and use of safety measures as necessary.
• Review resident chart and participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the Nursing Care Plan; provide input to the assigned nurse for continued plan development.
• Recognize urgent or emergency patient care situations; seek assistance of the nursing staff and/or physician on duty.
• Establish supportive relationships with patients and their families to promote positive interactions; incorporate the mission and philosophy of the hospital.
• Develop and promote a safe environment for quality client care through adherence of established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Participate in in-services and daily/weekly staff meetings as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to follow written/oral instructions and gather information through observation and questioning individuals.
• Talent for working in a team setting or group situation.
• Skilled in interacting with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current, active certification as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with individuals, families, and team members.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with readiness to respond appropriately when needed.
• Capacity to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
• Skilled in the use of utilizing a computer for completion of work assignments.

About Western Massachusetts Hospital:

The Western Massachusetts Hospital is the only public hospital operating in the western region of Massachusetts with a mission to serve as a medical safety net for many uninsured and under-insured citizens residing in the region. Western Massachusetts Hospital provides both acute and chronic hospital care to patients with a variety of chronic diseases and complicated medical conditions, such as:

• Cardiac and pulmonary disease
• Chronic neurological disorders
• Complications of strokes
• Dementia with major behavioral issues
• End stage terminal illnesses of various diagnoses

Consider joining our dynamic team of health care professionals in a work environment that provides high staff to patient ratio anddelivers high quality care to all patients on all units. Enjoy the opportunity to provide quality services in a long-term care setting where familiar faces are the norm rather than the exception.

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to prevent illness, injury, and premature death, to assure access to high quality public health and health care services, and to promote wellness and health equity for all people in the Commonwealth. We envision a Commonwealth in which all people enjoy optimal health. Massachusetts ranks among the healthiest of states according to comparative analyses, but we face numerous challenges, including chronic and infectious disease, substance abuse, violence, preventable hospitalizations, and health disparities.
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