ED Nursing Assistant - Nights Job at South Shore Health (Weymouth)

Job Description

We're looking for experienced Nursing Assistants to join our fast-paced Emergency Department team on night shift. If you thrive in high-energy environments, stay calm under pressure, and want to make a difference when patients need it most - we want to meet you! Full-time and part-time night opportunities available. Work alongside a supportive, collaborative ED team. Bring your skills. Grow your impact. If you're a night owl, who's ready to jump in and make an impact, apply today!

Job Responsibility

Patient Care - Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct/non-direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel
Observes, obtains and reports patient data/status to assigned RN
Responds to peaks in acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff
Professional Development - Maintains current knowledge/certification
Functions as a preceptor to new employees
Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change
Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace
Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure
Safety/Quality - Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment
Verifies patient identification with 2 identifiers prior to the start of any procedure
Understands individual role/responsibilities in the event of hospital codes and emergency preparedness
Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing
Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials
Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access
Demonstrates awareness of each patient’s fall risk and the appropriate use of safety devices and identified safety interventions
Conducts patient safety rounds utilizing principles of SBAR, follows chain of command to communicate any identified patient or staff safety risks
Demonstrates proper body mechanics for all functions and use of patient lifts as needed
Technology - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards
Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime
Compliance - Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position
Complies with applicable policies and procedures
Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information
Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP
Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs
Patient and Family Center Care - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family
Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team
Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care
Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit
Age & Culture - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact
Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness
Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed
Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience
High School Diploma/GED preferred
BLS - Basic Life Support certification
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
7pm-7:30am schedule including every other weekend and rotating holidays
ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS)

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