LNA - Surgical Unit - Per Diem - Evenings 3p-11p
Location: Portsmouth New Hampshire
Description: Portsmouth Regional Hospital is employing LNA - Surgical Unit - Per Diem - Evenings 3p-11p right now, this position will be placed in New Hampshire. Detailed specification about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Per Diem LNA opportunity (varying shifts) on our busy 28-bed Surgical Unit. Medical/Surgical LNA with primary focus of care to post-op patients. Population to include: bariatric, orthopedic, general surgery, neurosurgery. Assists with patient care.
Must be organized, caring and enjoy working with all age populations. Must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule. Excellent interpersonal skills while providing the patient with a comfortable and professional experience. Ability to work and participate in a team environment.
Must be NH Licensed Nursing Assistant. 1 year experience preferred. BLS required.Working under the supervision of a nurse, the LNA performs various patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The position’s tasks and responsibilities include:Bathes, dresses/undresses patients assist with personal hygiene.Serves and collects food trays.
Assists with patient feeding.Transports, positions and drapes patients for exams and treatments.Assists patients in ambulating.Takes and records vital signs, weights and I & O.Performs non sterile dressing changes.Passes and collects bed pans.Changes bed linens.Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members.Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems. Provides age and culturally appropriate care.Orients and mentors new staff members.Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.Required Job Qualifications Include:Current NH LNA license Current certification as a BLS Healthcare ProviderSuccessful completion of a Nursing Assistant training program or currently enrolled in nursing program with completion of a nursing fundamentals course.Certification as a Nurse Assistant preferred.Working knowledge of medical terminology.Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.Ability to quickly make decisions to report patient condition with minimal supervision.Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds.
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This position starts available on: Fri, 13 Jul 2012 03:30:42 GMT