EH – Patient Safety Assistant/Licensed Nursing Assistant

EH – Patient Safety Assistant/Licensed Nursing Assistant

• Full Time

• Exeter, NH 03833 (https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Exeter%2C%20NH%20%2003833&zoom=14&size=512x512&maptype=roadmap&sensor=false)

• Posted 6 months ago

Exeter Hospital

Req#14977

Req#: 14977

Full Time,Evening Shift Mon-Fri 3p-11:30p as needed, every other weekend

Exeter Hospital and Core Physicians, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What makes us unique is the spirit of our staff, who are team-oriented and focused on providing outstanding patient care experience and quality outcomes for those we are privileged to serve. In addition, we want to ensure that our employees feel well cared for by offering a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing training and growth opportunities, wellness resources, special perks, and more.

Our Magnet designation is recognition of our excellent nursing staff and the high-quality, innovative patient care we deliver every day in our community.

The Emergency Department at Exeter Hospital cares for a diverse patient population with a wide range of medical needs. With annual volumes of approximately 33,000 patients, the department is one of the busiest in the Seacoast area. In addition to the main Emergency Department, comprised of 21 beds, there is a 6-bed Minor Care area.

Why Join Us

• Magnet®-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment

• Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health

• Free onsite parking

• Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized

• State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care

Provide direct and constant visual observation of patients for their safety under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements:

• High School or GED

• BCLS Certification within 90 days of hire

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Preferred Licensed Certified Nursing Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician

Responsibilities:

1. Provide constant observation to patients who are suicidal by means of video monitoring or direct visualization.

2. Alert nurse if there is a change in the patient's behavior or response that the observer is concerned about.

3. Review observation care plan for the patient with the nurse at the beginning and end of shift.

4. May report food and/or liquid intake.

Hear from a current Patient Safety Assistant on what it is like to work at Exeter Hospital and why you should apply here: Neil, Patient Safety Assistant at Exeter Hospital (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z6nWs-zvJI)

& Learn more about our Patient Safety Assistant training when joining Exeter Hospital's Emergency Department here: Patient Safety Assistant Training (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9E7FFpwd52U)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled