About this role
Job title: LNA | Med/Surg | Full Time | Nights
About the Role Under the direction of the Director and/or Nurse Manager, the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care duties for a group of patients, from simple to complex, for the specialty population on the unit or department, under the guidance and supervision of the registered nurse.
What You'll Do
- Provide direct and indirect patient care under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse, supporting a range of patient needs on the unit or department.
- Perform activities of daily living and personal care for patients.
- Perform technical skills/procedures related to physical, mental health and social needs under RN supervision.
- Document care provided and report to the RN observations of patient’s physical, social and mental status and basic patient data collected.
- Demonstrate adherence to safe patient handling policy and strong time management.
- Maintain patient care areas for cleanliness, safety and supplies of material and equipment.
- Receive delegated work adhering to the five rights of delegation.
- Perform job-specific duties and other duties as assigned.
- Serve as a preceptor for new employees.
What We're Looking For
- Education: High school or equivalent (GED) preferred.
- Required: Proof of LNA Education Certificate and Final Report of Written and Clinical Competency Testing Results (as required by the NH Board of Nursing).
- Certification: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or equivalent course credentialed by American Heart Association.
- Licensure: Current New Hampshire State LNA license.
- Experience: Evidence of the ability to perform as a member of a team.