LICENSED NURSE ASSISTANT

Description

Job Description: Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Per Diem - Progressive Care Unit

Job Code: 184

FTE: Per diem

Hours: Varies

Schedule: Varies

Weekend Schedule: One Weekend per quarter

Holiday Schedule: One holiday/year

Call Schedule: N/A

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department Name: Progressive Care Unit

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY:

The Licensed Nurse Assistant is primarily responsible for the completion of patient care that has been assigned by the Registered Nurse. The LNA directly assists with providing care to meet patient hygiene needs, takes and records vital signs and weights, assists with transfers, ambulation, and transportation, assists with food trays/nourishments, feeds patients and records intake & output, answers call lights and telephone, performs clerical tasks, assists with organizing supplies, applies/uses specified patient care equipment, and maintains a safe environment while performing care. The LNA assists in room set-up at admission and patient readiness at discharge. The LNA performs other non-nursing tasks as assigned.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is an acuity adjustable unit providing care to a diverse patient population requiring medical-surgical and telemetry levels of care. In addition, we see higher level of care patients, including but not limited to those on BiPap, titratable drips, or with hemodynamic instability requiring more frequent interventions and monitoring. The PCU is a 24/7/365 service with 25 beds. The team includes hospital medicine, care management, physical therapy and respiratory collaborating together to provide the best patient care possible.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a licensed nurse.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
• Obtains and documents routine vital signs, weights, intake and output, and other assigned observations.
• Assists with patient mobility, transfers, ambulation, positioning, and range of motion exercises using safe patient handling techniques.
• Observes patients' physical, emotional, and behavioral condition and promptly reports changes to the appropriate licensed nurse.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized patient environment while following infection prevention and control practices.
• Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including preparing patient rooms and ensuring patient comfort.
• Responds promptly to patient requests and call lights, promoting a positive patient experience.
• Assists with specimen collection and other delegated clinical tasks within the LNA scope of practice.
• Documents care provided accurately, completely, and in a timely manner in accordance with organizational policies.
• Supports patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborates effectively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ensures patient safety by identifying and reporting hazards, following fall prevention protocols, and adhering to safety procedures.
• Maintains required certifications and completes mandatory education and competency requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice and organizational policies.

Requirements

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent. 

Experience:

• Previous LNA experience preferred 

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Vermont Nursing Assistant licensure. 
• Current BLS healthcare provider status. 

OSHA Categoty:

OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

• Standing 
• Walking 
• Sitting 
• Talking or Hearing 

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 30 pounds 

This position has vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Hearing.

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

The typical noise level for an office environment is:

• Quiet
• Moderate Noise

EEO/ADA Statement:

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

**This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support operations.**

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155:

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.