LNA - Licensed Nursing Assistant

*** Newly Licensed Nurse Assistants and Healthcare Students encouraged to apply.***

Under the administrative direction of the Nurse Manager and Practice Manager, the LNA will assist in the care of patients in the ambulatory clinic.

Performs proper patient identification in accordance with HIPAA and proper hand washing procedures. Escorts patient to exam room and prepare for examination/procedure being aware of age, language barriers, and physical limitations. Documents patient-reported data collection. Accurately documents medication review, past medical and surgical history, and chronic health maintenance. Obtain and document patient vital signs. Maintains chart information that is up-to-date, organized, and in compliance with Health Information Services (HIS) requirements. Performs various tasks to ensure the clinic is well supplied including ordering and obtaining supplies, re-stocking supplies. Maintains a clean and safe environment by caring for, and cleaning clinic equipment, maintaining cleanliness of exam rooms, work areas, and keeping hallways clear of equipment. Participates in low-level disinfection, infection prevention, employs safety standards, and, participates in continuous regulatory readiness activities. Assure that departmental security procedures are followed, including daily opening and closing procedures (i.e. locking cabinets, log-off computers). Assist provider with exams and procedures, as necessary. Ensure proper handling and labeling of specimen. Responsible for cleaning exam rooms, checking expiration dates and completing the outdate calendars. Performs proper donning and doffing of PPE, as well as assisting others in process and identifying problems with PPE. Meets expectations for performance based on compliance with all departmental standards, policies, and procedures with training and education, attendance, adherence, and quality standards.

Education (Minimum Needed): High school graduation required.
Experience (Minimum Needed): Previous hospital or ambulatory experience preferred.
Specific Skills and/or Knowledge Needed For Performance of Job: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to handle confidential material with maturity, sensitivity and discretion. Must demonstrate keyboarding skills and be familiar with computer use.
Licenses/ Certifications: Licensed Nursing Assistant in the State of NH required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required.

• Area of Interest: Nursing;
• Pay Range: $19.68 - $30.51;
• Work Status: Mon-Friday 8:430;
• Employment Type: Full-time 40 hours/week;
• Job ID: 15797

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

There are so many reasons to join Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, members of  Dartmouth Health , the premiere health system in New England.

First and foremost are our people. No matter the role, you’ll find a shared purpose here. We have doctors ready to teach their knowledge, nurses who lead through experience, and other like-minded individuals collaborating for the health of the community, while inspiring each other day after day.

Career development

Affiliated with Dartmouth College, the atmosphere here is very collegial. You’ll discover educational and research opportunities around every corner. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, you never stop learning.

You’ll also appreciate the resources our wide-spread health care system provides. You’ll have access to experts at the top of their fields, advanced technologies, and modern facilities that enable you to care for patients like nowhere else.

Benefits and wellness

We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive health and wellness benefits. These benefits consist of "Core Benefits" that are provided by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics as well as "Benefit Choices" that allow you to select additional benefits to meet your personal situation and needs.

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