Talent.com
Local Contract Nurse RN - Med Surg - $27 per hour

Local Contract Nurse RN - Med Surg - $27 per hour

TalentBurst, IncBennington, VT, United States
10 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a local contract nurse RN Med Surg for a local contract nursing job in Bennington, Vermont.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : Med Surg
  • Discipline : RN
  • Start Date : 10 / 22 / 2025
  • Duration : 11 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift : 8 hours
  • Employment Type : Local Contract

Title : LICENSED NURSING ASSISTANT (LNA)

Location : Bennington, VT

Guarantee​d Hours : 37

Qualifications :

  • Must possess a high school degree, or its equivalent; and maintain current / active State of Vermont LNA certification.
  • It is the responsibility of the LNA to maintain a current certification and provide a current copy to the Facility.
  • Must maintain current applicable education hours to maintain certification.
  • Prefer working knowledge (experience preferred) with various software programs such as WORD, EXCEL, as well as electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
  • Must be able to speak, read and write the English language clearly and understandably. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Must attend in-service training and competency skills testing as assigned.
  • Physical & Sensory Requirements :

  • Must be able to regularly walk throughout the facility and / or Unit at least 90% of the working day and to assist with emergencies as needed. Requires prolonged sitting, standing and walking.
  • Must be able to climb stairs regularly., as well as lift or carry at least 50 lbs.
  • Must possess visual acuity near / far correctable, must possess aural acuity normal range of sound – aid permitted. Required to push residents in wheelchairs, med carts, gerichairs, assists with transfer of residents and performing direct patient care when necessary including feeding and assisting in ambulation.
  • These duties require the ability to stoop, reach, carry, manipulate, pushing and pulling of residents weight, standing and pivoting sufficiently to balance a resident in a transfer situation
  • Job Knowledge :

    a. Care and Clinical :

    i. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate

    to the age and medically-related needs of the residents served; satisfactorily completes

    on-going competency requirements as required

    ii. Must perform all assigned tasks in accordance with the Facility's established policies

    and procedures and as instructed by the Charge Nurse or directed by supervisory staff.

    iii. Complies with local, state and federal regulations relating to LNA responsibilities, including

    the Code of Conduct, Resident Rights and Corporate Compliance; serves as a mandatory

    reporter of all resident related incidents

    iv. Must follow work assignments and / or work schedules in completing and performing ssigned tasks

    v. Maintains a satisfactory attendance and work performance record; must punctually arrive

    to work as assigned

    vi. Must check each resident routinely to ensure that his / her personal care needs are

    being met in accordance with his / her wishes; reports clinical observations and changes

    to the Charge Nurse and documents as instructed.

    vii. Must read and respond to written instructions to ensure the safety and care of residents

    viii.Must comply with the Resident Smoking Policy in assisting / monitoring residents

    ix. Must change duties as assigned by management in order to meet the needs of a

    24 hours nursing facility

    x. Must execute all responsibilities in a safe, careful manner to ensure the safety and

    health of the residents, the employee and other employees.

    xi. Must report to work, if called back to work, during emergency conditions (e.g., severe

    Weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.); may be required to remain at work during such

    emergency conditions

    xii. Any other duties as assigned by management.

    b. Continuing Education and Training

    i. Must attend and participate in continuing education programs, scheduled training and

    educational classes to maintain current certification as a LNA

    ii. Must attend and participate in patient-focused interdisciplinary team meetings

    iii. Is responsive to, and translates into practice, on-going educational opportunities appropriate to his / her position

    c. Utilization of Technology

    i. Required to utilize all software and hardware related to patient care documentation and

    training within the scope of the LNA responsibilities

    ii. Required to comply with timely documentation utilizing EMRs

    2. Interpersonal Skills / Professionalism / Adaptability

    a. Serves as a role model to peers, families and residents; maintains a positive

    and respectful attitude to all peers and staff; must create and maintain an atmosphere

    of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment

    throughout the shift and on the Unit

    a. Actively participates in the Facility Customer Service initiatives

    b. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of positive team work

    c. Serves as a role model to peers through initiative, self direction and enthusiasm; must

    exhibit patience, tact and a cheerful disposition; as well as the willingness to handle

    difficult residents

    d. Willingness to embrace change and feedback

    e. Is able to adjust to a variety of situations, maintains flexibility

    3. Leadership and Communication Skills

    a. Must positively communicate with peer, other employees, residents, family members,

    visitors, government agencies / personnel and the general public in a tactful manner

    b. Keeps other staff informed; shares information with appropriate parties as needed; must

    cooperate with inter-departmental staff, as well as other facility staff to ensure that

    Nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents

    c. Must work as needed to achieve results and / or complete tasks within established time frames.

    4. Organizational Skills and Productivity

    a. Plans and prioritizes work effectively.

    b. Produces quality work and a satisfactory quantity of work.

    c. Anticipates and identifies problems and provides a timely solution

    d. Uses sound judgment to solve problems and make decisions

    #TB_HC

    Talent Burst Job ID #25-42597. Posted job title : Licensed Nursing Assistant

    About TalentBurst, Inc

    TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

    Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

    Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Local Contract Nurse Rn Med Surg • Bennington, VT, United States