Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant - Manhasset Preop/PACU *CNA Experience Required*

NYU Langone Hospitals; Manhasset (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island in Manhasset is seeking an Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant to join our preop/PACU team. The role provides direct and indirect patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse, supporting clinical, procedural, and unit operations in the ASC setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, vital signs, admissions/transfers/discharges, room and supply readiness, sterile technique, infection prevention, and effective communication with patients

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program and CNA certification.
• At least 6 months relevant experience.
• BLS/Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required on entry.
• Strong customer service and communication skills; English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility support.
• Monitor vital signs and report abnormalities to RN.
• Assist admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient prep.
• Prepare rooms and supplies; support surgical teams.
• Maintain infection control and safety; respond to alarms.
• Communicate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

CNA

BLS CPR

Communication

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Attendant Program

CNA certification

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
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Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant - Manhasset Preop/PACU.
In this role, the successful candidate Provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, supporting clinical, procedural, and unit-based operations in the ASC setting. Ensures a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and supporting the surgical team with equipment, supply, and procedural readiness.

Job Responsibilities:

Direct Patient Care:

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
• Perform vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, respirations), weight, and intake/output tracking; report abnormalities to RN.
• Conduct patient rounds to address comfort, safety, and personal needs; respond promptly to call lights.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient preparation, belongings management, and escorting.
• Support basic clinical tasks such as specimen collection, simple treatments, enema support, oxygen and suction setup.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition.

Procedural / ASC Support

• Ensure operating/procedural rooms and units are stocked and prepared with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Provide direct assistance to surgical/procedural teams.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sterile technique and infection prevention practices.
• Assist with patient preparation for procedures.

Environment, Equipment & Safety

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Manage equipment readiness, stocking, and supply accountability.
• Follow infection control, safety, and hazardous materials protocols.
• Assist in emergency situations and respond to clinical alarms.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Deliver compassionate, respectful, culturally competent care.
• Respond to patient and family concerns appropriately.

Team Support & Unit Operations

• Complete delegated tasks from nursing staff and support workflow.
• Assist with patient transport and unit operations.
• Participate in meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support onboarding and guidance of new staff.

Professional Development & Accountability

• Maintain competencies and complete required training.
• Demonstrate accountability for patient care and resources.
• Seek learning opportunities and request assistance when needed.

Minimum Qualifications:To qualify you must have a High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities, other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills.
Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $33,212.56 - $57,207.78 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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