What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Pediatrics, Part Time position at Dartmouth Health?
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) to join our pediatric nursing team. This role involves providing specialized care to infants, children, and adolescents facing life-threatening conditions.
PT Schedule is 2x12hr shifts rotating 7a-7p, 7p-7a
Responsibilities
Performs various patient care activities and related nonprofessional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care duties. Possesses direct access to drug products and secure medication locations in order to manage the storage, handling and disposal of medications consistent with the Medication Storage and Handling Policy.
- Assists with routine patient care activities under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, including, but not be limited to, performing ADL’s, obtaining clinical data, including vital signs, heights and weights, utilizing universal precautions, collecting specimens or performing point of care testing and recording results in medical record, etc.
- Assists in maintaining a clean and safe work environment by keeping the hallways clear of excess equipment, emptying linen bags when full, etc.
- Assists visitors and answer telephones.
- Assists new co-workers in learning the work of the department.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications
HS/GED strongly preferred but not required
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Area of Interest: LNA/MA
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.60 - 24 hrs/per week
- Shift: Rotating
- Job ID: 25982
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
