Visiting Nurses Association - Licensed Nursing Assistant - Hospice - Per Diem

Elliot Hospital; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing dignity and comfort to patients at the end of life. This role as a Licensed Nursing Assistant involves delivering essential home care, supporting patients and families, and ensuring adherence to care plans. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working flexible hours. With a focus on quality improvement and patient education, this position is perfect for those who are passionate about healthcare and patient support. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits as you embark on this rewarding journey.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant License in New Hampshire required.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to patient care plans while maintaining a safe environment.
• Demonstrate competency in patient care and treatments.
• Complete documentation in clinical records and quality logs.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Visiting Nurses Association - Licensed Nursing Assistant - Hospice - Per Diem

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About Us

The VNA HOSPICE team is an interdisciplinary group that works collaboratively to ensure our patients have dignity, joy, and comfort as they move toward the end of their lives. We support and educate patients, families, and caregivers throughout this journey. After death, we provide ongoing support to those left behind through our community bereavement program.

About The Job

Performs delegated nursing, homemaking, and other duties for patients of all ages and families in their home or other designated facilities. May perform PT/INR checks as ordered by the Physician and report results according to policy.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to patient care plans as set by the primary nurse/therapist while maintaining a safe environment.
• Demonstrate competency in patient care and treatments.
• Reinforce patient and caregiver education provided by the primary nurse/therapist.
• Apply problem-solving and quality improvement methodologies to patient care and organizational processes.
• Complete documentation in clinical records, time sheets, and quality logs.
• Attend at least 12 hours of in-service training annually.
• Serve as a resource to students, peers, and other departments in patient care provision.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 6 months to 1 year in a related field preferred.
• Licensure: Current Nursing Assistant License in New Hampshire required.
• Schedule: Variable hours, including weekends, evenings, nights, and on-call, based on VNA needs. Must be willing to cover for absences and work in the assigned service area.
• Other: Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage required for travel throughout New Hampshire.

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance.
• Competitive pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 403(b) retirement plan.