Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Med Surg, Nights

Overview

Provides the administration of medicines based on current state regulations, under the direct supervision and direction of charging nurse.

Responsibilities

Clinical Practices

• Performs all assigned patient care responsibilities and tasks according to the standards of care at NLH and the Emergency Department and within the NH BON scope of practice established for LNA's.

Safe Environment

Monitors the ED environment to assure that it is safe and free from hazards.

Recognizes safety issues and reports these issues immediately to the Registered Nurse to minimize risk of injury.

Performs all assigned patient care responsibilities and tasks according to the standards of care at NLH and the Emergency Department.

Promotes safety while ensuring patient rights.

Cleaning and restocking of Emergency Department equipment and supplies

Routine Tasks

Performs routine tasks as directed, which may include :

Administer Fleet Enema

Administer Non-Medicated Suppositories

Alternative Therapies and Comfort Measures

Measurement for Crutches, Ortho Boot, Ortho Splint Device

Assist with Oxygen Therapy

Bladder, Colostomy, and NG Irrigations

Bladder Scan or Doppler

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Collection of Flu and Strep Swabs

EKGs with Competencies

Finger Stick PT / INR

Foley Irrigations

Incentive Spirometry

Medication Pick-Up from Pharmacy

Oral suctioning of mouth and nares only

Peripheral Vein IV Removal

Phlebotomy with Competencies

Pulse Oximetry

Regulate Oxygen Therapy Flow Rate

Removal of Foley Catheters

Routine Stable Wound Care

Saline Nasal Lavage

Straight Urinary Catheters

Test Stool for Occult Blood

Qualifications

Graduate of state-approved Licensed Nursing Program and Medication Administration Course

Minimum 2 years as LNA, ED experience preferred

Required Licensure / Certifications

REQUIRED LICENSE(S) :

LNA - NH or temp LNA - NHREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS :

(BLS) Basic Life Support

Area of Interest : LNA / MA

Pay Range : $20.68 / Hr. - $32.05 / Hr.

FTE / Hours per pay period : 0.90 - 36 hrs / per week

Shift : Night

Job ID : 35230

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more : Benefits | NLH Careers

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