What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA) - Post Acute - Full time day position at UVM Health Network- Porter Medical Center?
Assist in providing nursing care and related non-professional services to residents by performing tasks for which the employee has been prepared as competent and in a mannger that meets or exceeds state, federal, and facility expectations
Education
High school graduate or equivalent preferred
Completion of state approved training and competency evaluation
Experience
LNA with good work history in similar facilities preferred, or enrollment in LNA program
Able to read, write, and speak English language
Able to communicate and work effectively with others.
LNA Sign-on Bonus: A $900LNA sign-on bonus (subject to applicable taxes)is available for this position! The first half is payable after successful completion of the probationary period (typically 90 days), and the second half is payable after six months. Please note that current UVMHN employees are excluded from eligibility for this bonus.
Post Acute at Helen Porter
The goal of the Post Acute Unit at UVMHN Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing is to provide supportive, goal-directed care following surgery and/or hospitalization. Specially-designed treatment programs provide patients with the preparation, support and education that enables them to return home as quickly as possible. Our goal is to help patients reach their highest possible level of independence.
A partial list of conditions we work with includes:
- Strokes
- Neurological conditions
- Orthopedic care
- Respiratory conditions
- Cardiac and Post-Trauma situations
Routine Therapy services are provided Monday through Friday. We also have the capability of providing therapy six days a week if that is what is required to maximize positive results. Nursing staff provide the necessary extension of therapies when therapy staff are not present to provide direct service. This may include walking, exercises and supervision of other activities set up by the therapy staff.
To learn more about UVMHN Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing, please go to: http://helenporter.org/
The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.