Certified Nursing Assistant – Geri-Psych (24 Hours, Nights) (bmc)

Job Description

At Good Samaritan Medical Center, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers on how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values.

If you are seeking a fast-paced, challenging position in an organization committed to achieving and maintaining a standard of excellence in all we do, our organization may be a good fit for you.

Schedule: 24 Hours, Nights, Every Other Weekend, Part-Time, Benefit Eligible

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse assigned, performs a variety of direct patient care activities in caring for the personal needs and comforts of the patient.

Provides care that addresses the specific needs of adult geriatric psychiatric patients as well as accommodating a variety of needs specific to impairments such as hearing, sight, substance abuse, language barriers, and potential victims of abuse. Incorporates knowledge and understanding of our commitment to patient rights, exceptional care, and the hospital's values and mission into his/her performance of job duties. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: 
  • Must possess a minimum of 1 year of experience as a nursing assistant OR
  • Be a matriculating student in a nursing program and have completed the "Fundamentals of Nursing I & II."
• Certification/Licensure: 
  • Must possess a valid Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant license OR
  • Show proof of enrollment in accredited nursing school and completion of the courses "Fundamentals of Nursing I & II."
  • Current BLS certification required.
  • Mandatory De-escalation Education within 30 days of hire.
• Software/Hardware: Computer experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with staff and patients is required. 
• Must be able to prioritize multiple requests to ensure timeliness and provide exceptional patient care. 
• Must possess the skills to be compassionate, empathetic and responsive to the needs of a variety of patients.
• Adult geriatric psychiatric experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans