What are the responsibilities and job description for the NURSING ASSISTANT - PSYCHIATRIC INPATIENT UNIT position at Bassett Medical Center?
Overview :
Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.
Department Overview (Text Only) :
Bassett Medical Centers Inpatient Psychiatry 14- bed unit offers patients and staff a safe and collegial environment where you can make a difference with your passion and experience! Join our patient-centered team of RNs, Board Certified Psychiatrists, Social Workers, and Therapists to contribute to successful treatment plans, assessments, and overall care of our patients. Our patients needs are at the forefront everyday which guides the safe and quality patient care delivery model we strive to achieve at Bassett Medical Center.
Responsibilities :
The Nursing Assistant (NA) I is a key member to the nursing care team. They assist with direct and indirect patient care within their scope of practice, supporting patients, nursing and medical care teams. The care delivered is in collaboration and under the supervision / delegation of the Registered Nurse (RN) and / or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / The Nursing Assistant (NA) shares accountability for the quality of patient outcomes. In select departments, the NA role may also include some clerical support functions (such as phone answering, filing, computer data entry, etc.)
- Provides direct / non-direct patient care :
Performs Activity of Daily Living (ADL) care including, but not limited to :
Oral care, bathing, showering, shaving, hair washing and maintenance, incontinence care and toileting / elimination needs.
Infection prevention.
Setting and responding appropriately to patient safety alarms.
Understanding and performing regulatory compliance.
Patient turning and offloading.
Assist with meal tray delivery, collection, and documentation of amount consumed.
Use of data collection equipment : Vital signs, EKG, bladder scan, transfer devices, telemetry, Massimo
Components of vital signs, height and weight, intake and output measurement (including drains, urinary catheter and suction devices.)
Safety Attendant (SA) at bedside for prevention of unintentional or intentional (suicide precautions) self-harm.
Phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, blood glucose measurement and telemetry.
Prepare patient rooms for admissions, discharges. Update whiteboards. Provide unit / room stocking of supplies.
Understands and reports out of range patient data values to covering RN.
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Total Rewards :
Bassett Healthcare Networks commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include :
Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and / or position.
We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on position type and are listed below. Additional d etails and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board.
Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only) :
Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.
Min : USD $16.65 / Hr.
Max : USD $27.03 / Hr.
EEO Statement (Text Only) :
We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Salary : $15,000
