Nursing Assistant

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies, the Nursing Assistant supports patient care from admission through discharge.

This role involves assisting patients and families while promoting a safe, respectful, and compassionate care environment.

DEFINITION

A Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health services to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm. This role requires licensure as a Nursing Assistant issued by the Rhode Island Department of Health and applies to individuals working in state-licensed healthcare facilities or agencies.

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

Brown University Health employees are expected to model the organization’s core values:

• •Compassion
• •Accountability
• •Respect
• •Excellence

Core Success Factors:

• •Instill Trust and Value Differences
• •Patient and Community Focus and Collaboration

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care Support

• •Collaborate with the Registered Nurse to organize work and prioritize patient care
• •Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• •Provide personal care in accordance with patient needs
• •Assist with patient mobility, transfers, and ambulation
• •Support rehabilitation activities as appropriate

Clinical Support

• •Perform basic Nursing Assistant skills as defined by the Rhode Island Department of Health
• •Observe and report patient conditions, changes, and symptoms to the Registered Nurse
• •Accurately document care and observations in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and patient care flowsheets
• •Assist in emergency or code situations as required
• •May function as a patient observer

Safety & Environment

• •Maintain a safe and clean patient environment
• •Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment in need of repair
• •Follow infection control and quality assurance protocols
• •Adhere to all hospital and departmental safety procedures

Communication & Teamwork

• •Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• •Support a respectful, collaborative team environment
• •Escalate concerns or issues to the Registered Nurse or supervisor

Additional Duties

Perform other related duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Certification

• •Current Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license required
• •High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• •Basic computer skills required
• •Certification in American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Skills & Knowledge

• •Understanding of patient care across the lifespan, including:
• •Aging processes
• •Developmental stages
• •Cultural considerations

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

One (1) year of Nursing Assistant experience preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• •Work performed in healthcare settings (e.g., hospitals, physician offices, ancillary facilities)
• •Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking
• •Frequent bending, squatting, and stooping
• •Ability to lift, turn, and reposition patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION

• •Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse within established hospital policies and state regulations
• •Refers complex or unclear issues to a supervisor for guidance

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:

7p-7a, every other weekend, every other holiday Work Shift:

Night Daily Hours:

12 hours Driving Required:

No