Providence College Summer Academy Nursing Assistant

Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the Nursing Assistant assists in providing care to patients and/or families from admission through discharge.

Definition

A Nursing Assistant is a licensed paraprofessional trained to provide personal care, basic nursing support, and related healthcare services to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm. The Nursing Assistant must hold an active Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license issued by the Department of Health.

Organizational Values & Success Factors

Brown University Health employees are expected to role model the organization’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence, which guide interactions with patients, families, customers, and colleagues.

Employees are also expected to demonstrate the following Success Factors:

• Instills Trust and Values Differences
• Patient and Community Focus
• Collaboration

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Nursing Assistant will:

• Collaborate with the RN to organize work and set priorities
• Perform personal care skills
• Perform basic Nursing Assistant skills as outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation
• Assist with rehabilitation activities, including activities of daily living and patient ambulation as appropriate
• Maintain a safe environment by reporting unsafe conditions or equipment requiring repair and removing defective equipment from service
• Recognize, observe, and promptly report patient signs and symptoms to the RN
• Adhere to safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards in accordance with hospital and departmental policies
• Accurately document patient care and observations in the electronic health record (EHR), patient care flowsheets, and clinical documentation systems
• Demonstrate ability to perform responsibilities during emergency or code situations
• May function as a patient observer
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Knowledge

• Current Rhode Island Nursing Assistant license
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic computer skills
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide care across the lifespan, including understanding of aging processes, developmental stages, and cultural considerations

Experience

• One (1) year of Nursing Assistant experience preferred

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

• Works in healthcare settings such as acute care hospitals, physician offices, and ancillary healthcare facilities
• Requires prolonged sitting, standing, and walking
• Frequent bending, squatting, and stooping
• May be required to lift, move, and reposition patients and equipment

Independent Action

• Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse within hospital policies, departmental procedures, and Rhode Island Department of Health regulations
• Refers complex issues or situations requiring clarification of policy or procedure to appropriate supervisors

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Pay Range

$18.00-$25.82

Location

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type

7am-7:30 pm OR 7pm-7:30 am; every other weekend and every other holiday is required

Work Shift

Variable

Daily Hours

12 hours

Driving Required

No

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.