Emergency Tech LNA -36hrs 11am -11pm
Partner's Healthcare

Job Info

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Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary
Benefits of working on our Team!
Exceptional Team Work
Learning environment
Growth & Development
$750 Sign On Bonus
Excellent Benefits

Qualifications

1. Assists with patient assessment and care provision (under the direction of the Registered Nurse o Measures / records patient information (hgt, wgt, v/s) o Measures intake & output o Observes and records feces and urine o Observes/reports or records patient response to care given o Identifies and reports deviation in v/s or patient observations & patient needs to RN o Assists with dressing and undressing 2. Assists patients in meeting nutritional and elimination needs o Feeds patients, provides fresh drinking water/liquids & nourishment's o Assists patients with bedpans/urinals/commode 3. Assists patients with bed rest care and mobility o Assists with turning and positioning with RN or EMT. o Transfers to w/c or stretcher with assist as indicated o Assists with use of assistive devices such as walkers, canes, crutches 4. Assists patient with comfort care and emotional support o Protects patient 's physical privacy during care o Provides reassurance, acceptance and encouragement during times of stress o Listens attentively/displays interest in patient o Updates patient/family as directed by RN o Provides diversional activities o Provides comfort measures (I.e.: music, reading material) 5. Assists in promoting patient safety & environmental cleanliness/order o Uses side rails appropriately o Keeps patient unit clean, clutter-free, and free of hazards o Keeps call bell within patient reach o Answers call bells promptly reporting patient's need as indicated o Carries out isolation precautions o Observes oxygen precautions o Recognizes life threatening emergencies & responds appropriately 6. Utilizes organizational skills to assure smooth functioning of department operations. o Checks with charge nurse frequently to prioritize duties related to ongoing department activity o Prioritizes delegated tasks based on patient care needs and unit activities and requests assistance as needed o Runs errands as required, delivering specimens to the lab, transporting patients, assisting with special procedures, and other tasks as indicated o Completes work/assignments within allotted time, reporting unfinished responsibilities o Assists RN with the patient disposition o Turns over Express Care rooms to facilitate EC turnaround time goal. o Preforms room checks, restocks and obtains items commonly used for patient care o Assists with the orientation of new or transferred employees 7. Performs clerical duties as assigned o Assembles packets and charts o Enters lab, pulmonary and diagnostic procedure orders in the computer Order Entry system 8. Acquires and maintains current knowledge and competency in LNA practice o Acquires and maintains clinical knowledge and skills appropriate to the assigned area and practice setting o Maintains personal documentation of inservice attendance 9. Demonstrates competency in performance of procedures and skills under the direction of the RN o Simple dressing change o Suture set-up and assist o Uncomplicated IV removal o Application of vital sign monitoring equipment o Application of seizure pads o Application of cold o 12-Lead EKG acquisition o Clean catch UA specimen collection o Waived tests, Chain of Custody Urine tests o Simple splint application, Sling, Ace wrap o Crutch fitting o Ortho shoes o O2 per RN direction o Phlebotomy o Pyxis Supply Station o Logicare preparation 10. Assists Triage RN with Nurse First function o Identifies patient chief complaint o Notifies RN of emergent patient complaints o Brings patient to appropriate treatment area o Assists with patient/equipment set up as time allows o Provides safe handoffs to treatment RN

Experience Minimum Required • 3 Months LNA or EMT-B experience, preferably in an acute care setting Experience Preferred/Desired • 1 year experience as an LNA or EMT-B Education Minimum Required • High School Diploma or Equivalent Special Skills Minimum Required • ARC or AHA BLS Licensure and/or Certifications Required • LNA or EMT

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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