Emergency Department Nursing Assistant - 36 hours (full-time) nights

• When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. $2,500 sign-on bonus available Join the Emergency Department at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, and be part of a collaborative team delivering high-acuity emergency care in one of the region’s leading academic medical centers. As the only Level I Trauma Center north of Boston, the Joseph C. Corkery Emergency Center provides advanced emergency care to patients across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire. Our ED was thoughtfully designed to support efficient, patient centered care and features 36 private patient rooms, dedicated behavioral health spaces, advanced imaging capabilities, and four fully equipped trauma bays. Why Join the Lahey Emergency Department?
• Multiple shift options available to support scheduling flexibility, with shift differentials
• Magnet-recognized nursing environment with opportunities to participate in shared governance, clinical initiatives, and nursing leadership programs
• Investment in nursing growth through clinical ladder advancement, specialty certification reimbursement, tuition assistance, scholarship opportunities, and continuing education support
• Access to simulation training, continuing education resources, and innovation initiatives shaping the future of nursing practice
• Comprehensive benefits for employees working 20+ hours per week including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement savings, paid time off, and employee pharmacy perks
• Free on-site parking

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to: A. Cares for patients as delegated by the registered nurse and completes all aspects of activities of daily living for assigned patients (refer to Delegation Competency for Unlicensed Assistive Personnel). 1. Vital Signs: May take and record the following: · vital signs height and weight oxygen saturation Reports all unusual observations or reactions of the patient to the nurse assigned to the patient or charge nurse. 2. Intake and Output: Collects various specimens for analysis and measures and records intake and output. 3. Activities of Daily Living: Provides patients with personal care and assist with activities of daily living. 4. Clinical Procedures: Performs basic clinical procedures independently or under direct supervision of a nurse. 5.

Nutrition

Provides for patient’s nutritional needs including assisting the patient with ordering room service, set up of meal tray, and feeds the patient as required. 6.

Safety

• Supports a culture of safety and carries out safety interventions for all patients. 7.
• Infection
• Control: Adheres to all applicable infection control policies and procedures. 8.

Sitter

Assist as patient safety attendant after completion of required competency. 9.

Orientation

Assists with orientation of new Nursing Assistant colleagues. 10. Performs additional unit-based activities as assigned. B. Organizational

Requirements

Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles, Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities. Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies. Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic. Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients. Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment. Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards. Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities. Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education. Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Requires a high school diploma or equivalent Licensure, Certification, Registration: Basic Life Support/BLS Required. New Hires/transfers will have 30 days to obtain BLS certification. Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Basic ability to read, write and perform basic four-function math. Ability to obtain knowledge of medical terminology, basic personal computer skills, and interpersonal skills.

Experience

• None.
• Pay
• Range: $20.00 - $26.92 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.