LNA | Telemetry Care Unit | Full Time | Days

Summary

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.

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, Registration & Licensure

Certification required: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification, or equivalent course credentialed by American Heart Association.

Licensure required: Current New Hampshire State LNA license

Evidence of the ability to perform as a member of a team.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities of daily living and personal care needs under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse.

• Performs technical skills/procedures relating to physical, mental health and social needs of patients under the guidance and supervision of the RN.

• Documents care provided and reports to the RN observations of patient’s physical, social and mental status and basic patient data collected.

• Demonstrates adherence to safe patient handling policy.

• Demonstrates time management skills.

• Maintains the patient care areas to ensure cleanliness, safety and supplies of material and equipment.

• Receives delegated work adhering to the five rights of delegation.

• Performs job specific requirements and other duties as assigned.

• Serves as a preceptor for new employees.