Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant ITewksbury Hospital operated by the Department of Public Health (DPH), a 370 bed Joint Commission accredited hospital, is currently seeking caring and attentive individuals to serve as a Nursing Assistant I working 40 hours per week on 1st, 2nd or 3rd shift. Openings are on the DPH Medical Units at Tewksbury Hospital. The hospital provides comprehensive treatment, care, and comfort to adults with medical and/or mental illnesses. The Nursing Assistant plays a vital role by being patient-centered and building trust with our patient population. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the selected candidates will assist patients with illnesses and conditions that are often underserved or difficult to manage in other health care settings, by assisting the patient with activities of daily living.1st shift: 6:45 am - 3:15 pm 2nd shift: 2:45 pm - 11:15 pm 3rd shift: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am Please Note: Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime. The orientation period for all positions is 6 weeks. The schedule for orientation is as outlined below: Weeks 1 - 4 - Selected candidates will work Monday - Friday from 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (40 hours) Weeks 5 - 6 - Selected candidates will work a 40 hour schedule on their scheduled shift. After orientation, this position works 24, 32 or 40 hours per week on the assigned shift and is required to work every other weekend and rotating days off. Base rate annual salary range does not include shift differentials. Annual Base Salary for 24 hours per week: $29,252.81 - $36,991.97 Annual Base Salary for 32 hours per week: $39,003.74 - $49,332.62 Annual Base Salary for 40 hours per week: $48,754.68 - $61,653.28 Employees in this position will be required to work mandatory overtime.Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive): Provide direct care to patients twenty (20) years of age or older with chronic medical problems, acute exacerbation at times, and with diminished capabilities in ADLs needing consistent nursing care. Provides exceptional nursing care under the direction and supervision of an RN or LPN by observing and monitoring changes in patients' condition(s). Records vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as part of nursing care plan and enters data into Meditech. Communicates with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support. Maintains a safe and hygienic environment as part of the patient care plan and according to Infection Control policies/procedures. Provides physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, including but not limited to, getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting, standing, or walking. Gathers and documents information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities in accordance with Nursing department policies/procedures. Assists nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care. Contributes to effective interpersonal and community relations by promoting a therapeutic milieu as a patient advocate/resource to staff, patients, families, visitors and other departments/agencies. Assumes continuity of care among all caregivers by following both the hospital-wide and Department of Nursing hand off communication policies. Responds and assists in emergency codes to ensure the safe care and management of patients.Required Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to understand written/oral instructions and work as a team member. Skilled in empathizing with patients and communicating effectively. Knowledge of laws and regulations concerning patient rights. Ability to deal tactfully with others and interact with individuals who are under physical and/or emotional stress. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position. Focus on patient care excellence and safety. Capacity to exercise discretion in handling confidential information (HIPPA). Ability to establish effective relationships with individuals, families, and team members. Capacity to maintain accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information.Preferred Qualifications: Current, active certification as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Demonstrated attention to detail with readiness to respond appropriately when needed. Skilled in the use of utilizing a computer for completion of work assignments. Ability to perform basic web-based navigation and searches using a keyboard Proficient usage of Microsoft Office products including Word and PowerPoint. Ability to open media type files (movies, music) and basic email capability.Tewksbury Hospital offers a broad range of services including a physician on site at all times, around-the-clock nursing care, rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, psychology services, social services, nutritional services, and an on-site dialysis clinic. Tewksbury Hospital also offers its employees free on-site parking, access to in-house training and CEU programs, on-site gym, cafeteria and vendor operated day care.