Nursing Assistant

Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with hospital and department policies and procedures, the Nursing Assistant assists in providing patient-centered care to patients and families from admission through discharge. Definition A Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care services to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm. The Nursing Assistant provides care in healthcare facilities or agencies licensed by the State of Rhode Island and holds a current Nursing Assistant license issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health. All Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence , which guide everyday actions with patients, families, and colleagues. Employees are also expected to demonstrate Brown University Health’s Core Success Factors , including: Instilling trust and valuing differences Patient and community focus Collaboration Principal Duties and Responsibilities Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Nursing Assistant collaborates to organize work and set priorities while performing the following duties: Patient Care Provides personal care and assistance with activities of daily living Performs basic Nursing Assistant skills as outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Assists with rehabilitation activities, including patient ambulation as appropriate Observation and Communication Recognizes and reports patient signs, symptoms, and changes in condition to the Registered Nurse Communicates relevant patient information accurately and timely Safety and Environment Maintains a safe patient care environment Reports unsafe conditions or equipment requiring repair to appropriate personnel and removes faulty equipment from service Adheres to quality assurance and infection control standards in accordance with hospital and departmental policies May function as a patient observer as assigned Documentation and Support Accurately documents patient care activities in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other clinical documentation systems Demonstrates the ability to respond appropriately in emergency or code situations Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education and Licensure Current Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license required High school diploma or equivalent preferred American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification required Knowledge and Skills Basic computer proficiency Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care across the lifespan, with consideration for aging processes, developmental stages, and cultural diversity Experience One year of Nursing Assistant experience preferred Working Environment and Physical Requirements Works in healthcare settings including acute care hospitals, physician offices, and ancillary healthcare environments Requires prolonged standing, walking, and sitting Involves frequent bending, squatting, stooping, and lifting/turning patients or equipment Independent Action Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse within hospital policies, department procedures, and Rhode Island Department of Health regulations Refers complex or unusual situations to supervisor as needed Supervisory Responsibilities None Pay Range: $18.00-$25.82 EEO Statement: Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location: The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906 Work Type: three 12s, 7pm-7:30 am; every other weekend and every other holiday Work Shift: Night Daily Hours: 12 hours Driving Required: No