Nursing Assistant
The Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. This role supports patients with activities of daily living and helps maintain a safe and clean environment.
Major Responsibilities :
Provides constant observation for patients at risk for injury.
Retrieves and cleans equipment between uses.
Records intake, output, height, weight, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
Ensures call light is within patient reach and bed is in low position 100% of the time.
Collects and transports specimens per MRMC standards.
Washes hands before and after patient care.
Maintains current CPR certification and job-related competencies.
Takes responsibility for own actions in patient care delivery.
Applies knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care.
Position Qualifications :
High School Diploma or equivalent
One year of nursing assistant experience
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
Nursing Assistant • Milford, MA, US