Nursing Assistant II, Per Diem, Little Falls Hospital

Nursing Assistant (Na) II

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.

The Nursing Assistant (NA) II 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.)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred

Experience:

• Requires one of the following:
  • Minimum one-year direct patient care experience at an acute care hospital, long term care facility, rehabilitation facility or licensed home care facility/agency (OR)
  • Completion of one year of RN school from an approved ADN or BSN program where (and) a minimum of 30 hours of clinical patient care was performed (OR)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), license must be current (OR)
  • EMT certification with less than 1 year volunteer experience, certification must be current

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification within 6 months from date of hire, required

Skills:

• Accountability
• Clinical Skills
• Interacting with People
• Multi-Tasking
• Reliability

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, typing, kneeling, repetitive motion
• Frequent grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, talking, walking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), seeing/monitor/computer use
• Constant: Fit Testing

Hazards:

• Occasional burns, chemical, electrical
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise, wet and/or humid, dust, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

• No travel

Bassett Healthcare Network's 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:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

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.

USD $18.38/Hr. USD $27.57/Hr.

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.