Licensed Nursing Assistant
LAKES REGION VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION·Meredith, New Hampshire
LAKES REGION VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION·Meredith, New Hampshire
Provide essential nursing care and support to patients, including assisting with activities of daily living and monitoring vital signs. Report changes in patient conditions to supervising nurses and maintain accurate documentation of care activities.
Description Job Title: Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
Covers an area from Barnstead to Laconia and the towns in-between or from Wolfeboro to Tamworth and the towns in-between.
Employment Type: Full-time
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Lakes Region VNA and Hospice, recognized as the Best of the Lakes Region for Visiting Nurses in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 with a 5-star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for Hospice, is an employer you can be proud to work for. Join our award-winning team and make a significant impact in our community.
Lakes Region VNA and Hospice is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) to join our team. The LNA will provide essential nursing care and support to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). This role involves assisting with daily living activities, monitoring patient health, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for our patients. Key Responsibilities: Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure. Provide basic patient care, including changing bed linens, repositioning patients, and assisting with mobility. Observe and report any change in patients’ conditions to the supervising nurse. Assist with meal preparation and feeding as needed. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities. Ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment for patients. Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families. Adhere to infection control protocols and safety guidelines. Participate in team meetings and ongoing training sessions.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Current and valid LNA certification in NH.
Previous experience in a home health care setting is preferred.
Requires a high school diploma and a current, valid LNA certification in New Hampshire. Candidates must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and preferably experience in home health care.
Market context
In New Hampshire, nursing roles typically draw steady demand from hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who already hold a state RN license and an accredited ASN or BSN. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for immediate readiness in core clinical skills such as IV therapy and timely Basic Life Support completion. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your license status and be ready to highlight relevant bedside experience in your application.
