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ED Nursing AssistantBrown University HealthProvidence, Rhode Island, United States
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ED Nursing Assistant

Brown University Health
  • US
    Providence, Rhode Island, United States
  • US
    Providence, Rhode Island, United States

About

Nursing Assistant Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the Nursing Assistant assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission through discharge. A Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm. The Nursing Assistant works in healthcare facilities or agencies licensed by the state and must hold a valid Nursing Assistant license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide everyday actions with patients, customers, and colleagues. In addition, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following Core Success Factors:
Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus Collaborate
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Nursing Assistant collaborates to organize work and set priorities and performs the following duties:
Personal Care Skills Basic Nursing Assistant Skills
As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation
Rehabilitation Skills
Assists patients with activities of daily living and ambulation as appropriate
Maintenance of a Safe Environment
Reports unsafe conditions or situations to the Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor Identifies and removes malfunctioning equipment from service
Recognition and Reporting of Signs and Symptoms
Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse
Safety and Quality
Maintains quality assurance and infection control standards in accordance with hospital and departmental policies Accurately documents care in the Electronic Health Record (EHR), patient care flowsheets, and clinical data records Demonstrates ability to respond appropriately in emergency or code situations
May function as a patient observer, as assigned
Performs other related duties as required. Basic Knowledge
Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant High school graduate or equivalent preferred Ability to perform basic computer skills Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients across the lifespan, with consideration of aging processes, developmental stages, and cultural patterns
Experience
One year of experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred
Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physician offices, and ancillary healthcare settings
Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping May be required to lift, reposition, or transfer patients and equipment
Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within hospital and departmental policies and practices and Rhode Island Department of Health regulations Refers complex issues to the supervisor when clarification of policies or procedures is required Pay Range: $18.00-$25.82 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: 3:00p-11:30p; every other weekend, every other holiday Work Shift: Evening Daily Hours: 8 hours Driving Required: No
  • Providence, Rhode Island, United States

Languages

  • English
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