LNA- Wound Care - Per diem

Nursing Assistant

Summary : Responsible for providing basic nursing care which includes assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, mobility, and toileting. Also responsible for taking vital signs, obtaining specimens, observing and reporting information and basic first aid. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions :

• Obtains and records Vital Signs and weights per policy.
• Provides hands on patient / client care.
• Grooms and provides personal care of patient / client.
• Feeds or assists patients with meals and provides additional nourishment and hydration per care plan.
• Collects and bags soiled linen and delivers to dirty linen area.
• Assists physician and or licensed nurse with treatments and procedures as needed.
• Provides toileting and incontinence care for patient / client.
• Reports changes in patient's condition, patient / family concerns or complaints to charge nurse and or supervisor.

Qualifications :

Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials : Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing required

Experience : Clinical / Medical Office / Managed Care Experience 1-2 years preferred or Nursing Assistant Experience 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledgeable in general nursing assistant practices, personal care and basic medical services.

Knowledgeable of patient rights, privacy and confidentiality.

Demonstrates sensitivity to the needs of patients and employees.

Understands and is committed to maintaining highest level of confidentiality and adheres to policies on confidentiality.

Good communication skills both written and oral.

Ability to lift 50 pounds independently.

Physical Requirements :