NURSING ASSISTANT - MIU PT Nights

The Nursing Assistant II assists in providing direct patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, and other devices. The NA II performs basic care tasks as delegated by the RN, and is responsible for appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of a Patient Observer (Sitter) for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. The NA II needs to understand the patient’s condition to ensure their care and safety. In addition to other tasks, the NA II performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, finger stick and heel stick) according to established procedure of South Shore Hospital. Must successfully perform 50-100 draws to be deemed competent by a designated phlebotomist trainer. Once deemed competent the NA II shall continue to perform phlebotomy duties on a consistent basis (typically on a daily basis), and successfully complete an annual competency assessment. 2 12 hour night shifts, 7pm to 730am, every third weekend, rotating holidays.

Responsibilities

Assists in providing direct patient care throughout nursing areas; Responsible for safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher and other devices; Performs basic care tasks as delegated by the RN; Responsible for appropriate documentation of services; Provides services of a Patient Observer (Sitter) for patients requiring constant observation; Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture, finger stick and heel stick) according to established procedure; Must successfully perform 50-100 draws to be deemed competent by a designated phlebotomist trainer; Observes, obtains and reports patient data/status to assigned RN; Conducts patient safety rounds utilizing principles of SBAR; Verifies patient identification with 2 identifiers prior to procedures; Maintains BLS certification; Complies with CDC hand hygiene guidelines, universal precautions, and uses personal protective equipment

Requirements

BLS - Basic Life Support; Knowledge of basic medical terminology; Basic computer knowledge; Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately; Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals; Must successfully perform 50-100 draws to be deemed competent by a designated phlebotomist trainer

Nice to have

High School Diploma/GED (preferred); Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience (preferred)