Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) - Med Surg

Overview

Support the integration of collaborative care planning for individual patients and implement the standards of nursing in the processes of care.

Responsibilities

General Clinical Practice

• Performs all assigned patient care responsibilities according to the standards of care at NLH and within the scope of practice established for LNAs.
• Demonstrates the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the population served.
• Documents care provided using hospital standards.
• Reinforces education to patients and families.
• Reports any untoward symptoms or changes to appropriate RN/LPN.
• Monitors the patient environment to assure that it is safe and free from hazards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LNA program
• 0-1 year relevant clinical practice
• Hospital experience preferred

Required Licensure/Certifications

REQUIRED LICENSE(S): • LNA - NH or temp LNA - NH REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: • (BLS) Basic Life Support