Nursing Assistant - LPN Pathway BCC

Lpn Pathway Sponsorship Application

This position is part of the Talent Pathway Sponsorship Program. To qualify, you'll need to be accepted into the LPN Program through Berkshire Community College.

To apply for Pathways Sponsorship, please include the following. We can not process your application until all documents are received.

Please email additional documents to:
Pathway Programs

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.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

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.