What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) - Orthopedics, Per Diem position at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health?
Overview
Orthopedics Clinic - Per Diem
As an Ortho LNA, you will enjoy variety in your work while supporting the clinic flow. You will assist with patient movement, gathering vitals, weight, height, documentation, and ensuring x-rays and orders are in place.
The Ortho Clinic is a fast pace, multi hall clinic seeing 200-250 patients per day! If you are interested in Muscular & Skeletal health, this is the place for you. In addition to LNAS, our care team is made up of a stellar Provider team, passionate RN's, LPNs, and MA's working alongside Orthopedic Technicians and Athletic Trainers. This passionate team offers an environment where growth opportunities and additional training are supported.
Job duties of this role include but are not limited to:
- Taking vital signs, medication/allergy and medical history review
- Assisting providers with specimen collection
- Rooming patients
- Cleaning and stocking exam rooms
- Assisting with daily clinic safety activities
If you are looking to expand your LNA skill set, support building a strong team and develop through additional training and growth opportunities, then the Ortho clinic might be the right fit for you! The clinic is open 8am-5pm Monday through Friday, allowing for consistency in your schedule and maximize your time outside of work too!
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.
Qualifications
- High school graduate required.
- Must demonstrate keyboarding skills and be familiar with computer use.
- Previous hospital experience preferred.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- Licensed Nursing Assistant in the State of NH required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required.
