Nursing Assistant- GYN- Full time Nights
Apply locations: Weymouth, MA
Time type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago
Time left to apply: End Date: December 31, 2024 (30+ days left to apply)
Job requisition id: R-18234
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road, Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH GYN Emerson 4
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
36
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services rendered. Functions as an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit. Needs to understand the patients condition to ensure their care and safety.
Pay rate: $17.50-23.55/ hour based on experience PLUS applicable shift differentials.
Responsibilities:
1. Patient Care: Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct/non-direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
2. Professional Development: Maintains current knowledge/certification.
3. Safety/Quality: Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
4. Technology: Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
5. Compliance: Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position.
6. Patient and Family Center Care: Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
7. Age & Culture: Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Education - Preferred: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
Minimum Work Experience: Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.
Required Classes/Skills: BLS - Basic Life Support.
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities:
* Basic medical terminology
* Basic computer skills
* Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
* Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
* ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
* Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
About Us
South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts.
South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.
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