Nursing Assistant – Med Surg Cardiothoracic Surgery/Progressive Care Unit, Part Time, 8-Hour Evening Shift

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Nursing Assistant for the 6 East Telemetry Bed unit, a blended acuity Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery unit. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide personal care and support to patients, including vital signs, intake/output, and ADLs, in a 22-bed telemetry setting.

You will perform basic clinical procedures, assist with nutrition, and maintain safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Requires BLS certification; must obtain within 30 days if not currently certified.
• Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work under supervision and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and basic care as delegated by the RN.
• Record and report vital signs, intake/output, and any unusual observations.
• Ensure patient safety, infection control, and adherence to safety procedures.
• Support orientation of new nursing assistants and collaborate with the nursing team.

Skills

Basic reading

Basic writing

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.Under supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic patient care activities in providing for the personal needs, comfort and safety of patients.6 East is a 22 Telemetry Bed, blended acuity unit specializing in the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery patient populations. With a vision of healing hearts without skipping a beat, our team provides exceptional care to patients with a variety of cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular conditions. This population of patients includes pre and post CABG, Heart Valve surgery, Septal Myectomy, Aneurysm Repair, Thoracotomy, Femoral-Popliteal bypass and other acute cardiothoracic and vascular conditions. Our team includes a great group of HealthCare professionals committed to the delivery of safe, high-quality care to our patients.Job Description:Schedule:3 pm-11:30 pm, 24 hours per weekEssential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:A. Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of activities of daily living for assigned patients (refer to Delegation Competency for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel).1. Vital Signs: May take and record the following: ·vital signsheight and weightoxygen saturationReports all unusual observations or reactions of the patient to the nurse assigned to the patient or charge nurse.2. Intake and Output: Collects various specimens for analysis and measures and records intake and output.3. Activities of Daily Living: Provides patients with personal care and assist with activities of daily living.4. Clinical Procedures: Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under direct supervision of a nurse.5. Nutrition: Provides for patient’s nutritional needs including assisting the patient with ordering room service, set up of meal tray, and feeds the patient as required.6. Safety: Supports a culture of safety and carries out safety interventions for all patients.7. Infection Control: Adheres to all applicable infection control policies and procedures.8. Sitter: Assist as patient safety attendant after completion of required competency.9. Orientation: Assists with orientation of new Nursing Assistant colleagues.10. Performs additional unit-based activities as assigned.B. Organizational Requirements:Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.Minimum Qualifications:Education: Requires a high school diploma or equivalentLicensure, Certification, Registration: Basic Life Support/BLS Required. New Hires/transfers will have 30 days to obtain BLS certification.Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math.Ability to obtain knowledge of medical terminology, basic personal computer skills, and interpersonal skills.Experience: None.Pay Range:$20.00 – $26.92The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledEmployment: Part-timeHours/Week: 24Shift: DayCategory: Nursing SupportPay Range: $20.00 - $26.92FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR104419