Job Overview 

This position works under the supervision of the professional nurse and collaborates to meet the needs of the patient’s care.  This role assists in direct patient care, provides environmental support and facilitates patient safety on designated unit and other units as needed.  

Job Description 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent. 

2. Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program and completion of one clinical rotation. 

3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 

Location: Lowell General, Main Campus

Hours: 32 Hours. Full-Time

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. Assists the professional registered nurse in the functional care of patients, ensuring efficient and patient centered care appropriate to the developmental age of the patient population. 

2. Performs delegated tasks and communicates all findings/concerns to the professional nurse. 

3. Provides, or assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) in a safe, efficient and respectful manner. Answers call lights and seeks appropriate personnel/action.  Performs hourly rounding per established guidelines. 

4. Greets patients, families, visitors and other staff utilizing the principles of hospital service standards. Introduces self to patients and family, asking patients and family how they would prefer to be addressed. Maintains patient and family confidentially at all times. Responds to patient and family requests promptly, seeking nurse’s supervision as needed. 

5. Assists patients including undressing, connecting to a monitor, records vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height and weight), records patient’s stated level of pain, and reviews list of medications with patient. 

6. Performs all clerical duties involved with ordering labs, x-rays, EKG’s and procedures. 

7. Prepares room for admission/transfer/discharge, assuring standardize equipment is ready for use. Cares for patient belongings. Completes belongings list 

8. Transports or accompanies patients as necessary to other areas of the hospital in an efficient, safe, and respectful manner. 

9. Cleans beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs during downtimes and between transports. 

and stocks equipment, supplies, and linens to ensure adequate par levels to meet patients’ needs.  Reports non-functioning equipment and other environmental problems to the appropriate individuals in a timely manner.  

10. Acts as a sitter or transporter as requested by the nurse, adhering to the sitter guidelines, to ensure patient safety at all times. 

11. Answers the telephone, call lights and greeting visitors using proper professional etiquette. 

12. Performs the necessary tasks to ensure a clean, clutter-free, and safe work environment for patients and staff. 

What We Offer: 

Competitive salaries & benefits

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Shared governance, where nurses are encouraged to participate in unit-based councils or one of the many other council opportunities 

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General:

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

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 careers@tuftsmedicine.org.