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MelroseWakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center, over 20 locations and 50 specialties, MelroseWakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are interested in providing care in your local community, come join our team!

Job Profile** **Summary

•This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Support duties: Provides basic care services to patients, but does not have an RN or LPN license.  Positions in this nursing support work under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and may work under the direction of registered nurses depending on their unit. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Hours: Part-Time / 24 hours a week / Nights / eow

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Four (4) years of healthcare experience and nursing service experience.

2. Certified patient care / clinical associate / certified nursing assistant or equivalent.

**Duties and Responsibilities** **:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Provides direct care for patients including, but not limited to, personal hygiene, elimination, catheter care, vital signs, and skin care and mobility activities. Documents according to procedure.

2. Reinforces belongings policy with patients and families, documents appropriately, and secures them according to procedure.

3. Provides nutritional support assisting with feedings as needed. Documents I&O and weight as required.

4. Performs selected and therapeutic procedures as outlined in competency and skills check list.

5. Cooperates with members of the healthcare team to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee, inter-departmental and public relations.

6. Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc., as assigned.

7. Performs 12 lead EKG. Documents patient information on EKG sheet. Gives EKG promptly to appropriate nurse or physician.

8. Obtains, documents, processes and accurately labels all specimens according the HHS policy at the bedside. If needed, transports specimens in a timely manner.

9. Completes annual point of care test in a timely manner.

10. Participates in purposeful hourly rounding of patients in accordance with standards of excellence.

11. Observes and communicates general physical and emotional status of patients. Keeps RN informed of care delivered and patient’s response. Reports any change in patient condition to RN in a timely manner.

12. Ensures proper identification by verifying wristband and date of birth prior to providing any care or performing any test or treatment. Notifies RN when wristband is missing.

13. Responsible for information shared at all staff meetings.

14. Functions in the role of patient observer following all roles and responsibilities as assigned.

15. Answers patients’ call lights in a timely and courteous manner. Uses AIDET when communicating with patients and families. (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You).

16. Adheres to precaution measures for the safety of patients, visitors and hospital personnel. Maintains basic principles of infection control.

17. Demonstrates appropriate actions and understanding of role in all codes and disaster situations.

18. Assists in administering post mortem care.

What We Offer:

+ Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one

+ 403(b) retirement plan with company match

+ Tuition reimbursement

+ Clinical mobility tracks

+ Free on-campus parking

About MelroseWakefield Hospital:

MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Healthcare’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.

_Tufts Medicine is an equal opportunity employer._

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at [email protected] .