Licensed Nursing Assistant

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Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), where your compassionate care and clinical skills will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care across various settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and home health environments. Your dedication to patient comfort, safety, and well-being will help foster healing and promote quality of life for diverse populations. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your nursing career while working alongside experienced healthcare professionals committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment like Hoyer lifts and other assistive devices.
• Monitor vital signs, record medical information accurately in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks, and report any changes in patient condition promptly.
• Support medication administration under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians, ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations and aseptic techniques.
• Provide specialized care for patients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, including memory care strategies and behavioral health support.
• Perform catheter care, wound dressing changes, phlebotomy procedures, and assist with medical documentation to ensure comprehensive patient records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in acute care settings like Level I Trauma Centers or Level II Trauma Centers, ICU units, PICUs (Pediatric Intensive Care Units), or hospice environments to deliver seamless patient service.
• Maintain a safe environment by following infection control protocols, practicing proper hand hygiene, and utilizing equipment such as Hoyer lifts safely.
• Engage with patients across various age groups—from pediatrics to geriatrics—delivering compassionate caregiving tailored to individual needs in outpatient clinics or inpatient units.

Experience

• Prior experience working in diverse healthcare settings including hospitals (emergency medicine, medical-surgical units), long-term care facilities (nursing homes, assisted living), or home & community care environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical documentation and record keeping.
• Hands-on experience caring for individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs; familiarity with dementia and Alzheimer’s care is highly valued.
• Knowledge of physiology and anatomy principles relevant to patient assessment and treatment procedures such as vital signs monitoring and catheter care.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required; additional certifications like Phlebotomy or DME (Durable Medical Equipment) training are advantageous.
• Experience providing care in high-acuity settings such as ICU or Level I Trauma Centers enhances your ability to thrive in fast-paced environments requiring critical thinking and quick decision-making.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA compliance and medical terminology ensures confidentiality and effective communication within healthcare teams. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your skills and passion for patient-centered care! Your expertise will contribute significantly to improving health outcomes across a wide spectrum of clinical settings while advancing your nursing career in a supportive environment.

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person