Overview
Licensed Nurse Assistants are responsible for obtaining and recording patient vital signs, documenting in patient’s electronic medical record, assisting patients with activities of daily living. Assisting the patient care teams. Keeping room/unit clean and providing exceptional patient experience and care in an inpatient setting. Trainees will transition to the LNA role after successfully completing the Nurse Assistant Training and obtaining a State of New Hampshire License for Nurse Assistant.
To learn more and apply, please visitNurse Assistant Training Program - DH Career Institute.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
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Obtaining vital signs, temperature, pulse, height, weight and blood pressure, intakes and outputs,
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Documenting in patient’s electronic medical record.
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Assisting patients with activities of daily living.
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Assisting the RN – tasks delegated by their direct care RN.
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Assisting other LNAs with designated assignments.
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Assisting with discharges/admissions.
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Keeping room/unit clean.
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Provide an exceptional patient experience and care in an inpatient setting.
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Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Attributes of a Successful Nurse Assistant are:
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A strong work ethic through reliability and dependability, time management skills, team work, and communication skills
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The ability to work under pressure and stress, including the ability to keep composure and think critically
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Flexibility and adaptability in the ever-changing environment of healthcare
Qualifications
Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED by the start of the program.
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more:Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contacttalentacquisition@hitchcock.orgfor assistance.
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