What are the responsibilities and job description for the LNA/Mental Health Tech - Resource Pool position at The University of Vermont Health Network?
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INCENTIVES
External candidates are eligible for a one-time Sign-On Bonus of $5,000 (pro-rated for part-time roles). Please note that current University of Vermont Health Network employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus. Additional terms and conditions apply.
POSITION SUMMARY
Our Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) / Mental Health Technicians in the Nurse Resources Team act as floating team members - going to the various departments at the hospital as needed.
Under the supervision of the Licensed Nurse performs direct and indirect nursing care for patients.
Is responsible for the care provided to assigned patients and accountable to the unit manager/charge nurse for such care.
Provides care to assigned patients in conformance with Nursing Department Policies, Standards of Practice, physician orders and an approved plan of care.
Promotes communication of patients’ status, change in condition and patients’ need with the licensed nurse.
Functions within Nursing Department and CVMC/WDR policies and procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the nursing department and CVMC/Woodridge.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE
High School graduate or equivalent.
Successful completion of 75 hour Nursing Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation program.
Registered in the State of Vermont as a Licensed Nursing Assistant.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum one year of Licensed Nursing Assistant experience, required for the Resource Pool.
Minimum of one year experience in acute care facility preferred.
Must demonstrate ability to perform basic nursing care skills.
Management of Aggressive Behaviors (MOAB) and Pro-Act certifications are required within 6 months of hire. Basic Life Safety (BLS) is required.
BENEFITS
We offer health, dental, vision, paid time off, and so much more! Review our benefit summary at: https://www.cvmc.org/about-cvmc/careers/benefits
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM
We are CVMC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rw88cCmq_3o
What makes the nursing team at CVMC so great?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUGtDcaX6TM&list=PLtNh0GypcImY8mQsdnuCtomZW0wKTW-rQTo learn more about CVMC visit www.cvmc.org or review our fact sheet at https://www.cvmc.org/sites/default/files/documents/CVMC-Fact-Sheet.pdf
