Nursing Assistant - LPN Pathway for BCC in Pittsfield, Massachusetts at Berkshire Health Systems

• Application
• Resume
• Proof of Acceptance into Educational Program
  • BCC LPN Program Fall 2026
• Letter Stating
  • Financial Need
  • A personal statement as to why you have chosen this career path and would be a good fit
• Letter of Recommendation
  • If you are a current BHS Employee: One from your current manager
  • If you are NOT a BHS Employee: Two letters from supervisors/bosses/teachers/ etc... (not a friend, family, or coworker)
• Provide your Student Aide Index Number from your FAFSA Application

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• The Nursing Assistant functions in a complimentary or assistive role under the direct supervision of the
  Registered Professional Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse. The Nursing Assistant provides direct
  patient care and carries out individual duties on select patients in accordance with policies and
  procedures of Berkshire Medical Center.

• Experience:
  • Patient care experience preferred.
• Education and Training:
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Completion of a Nursing Assistant course and/or current status as a student in a Registered Nurse or LPN preparation program required.
• License, Certification & Registration:
  • BLS.
  • MA NA REGISTRY - MA Certified Nurse Aide preferred.
• Other Requirements:
  • Ability to follow guidelines, protocols and/or policies specific to each unit and the institution.
  • Familiarity with Meditech preferred.
  • Medical terminology required or willingness to pursue as necessary.
  • Ability to consistently interact in a professional manner with patients, families, physicians, other members of the healthcare team. Adheres to BMC Service Excellence Standards in performance of work role.
  • Must possess and demonstrate excellent organizational skills necessary to complete complicated and multiple tasks accurately and concurrently.
  • Must have the ability to accept and facilitate changes within systems, work methods, policies, procedures, etc.
  • Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to maintain congenial and calm composure in stressful environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy and various regulations.
  • Ability to promote patient safety with detail to accuracy.
  • Demonstrates dependability to maintain a work schedule.
• Other Addendum(s) Requirements: