Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Nursing Assistant assists in inpatient care throughout nursing areas, responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
1. Essential Functions
1. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the supervision of licensed personnel and according to their standards of practice.
2. Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures
3. Staff/Self Development
1. Acts as a resource and role model.
4. Participates in training and educational activities for staff members
5. Customer Service
1. Demonstrates respect, dignity, compassion, and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the principles of Patient and Family-Centered Partnership.
6. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
1. Recognizes and values contributions of fellow employees and displays cooperation and teamwork.
7. Resource Utilization
1. Reports to work on time, prepared, and follows hospital policies regarding lateness, absenteeism, and time off requests.
Qualifications
Education: High school graduate or equivalent
Experience: Previous hospital or nursing home experience a plus
Licensure: Current RI Nursing Assistant License and Basic Life Support certification
Requisition ID: 140282
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