Compassionate Nursing Assistant - Direct Patient Care

Cayuga Medical Center; Ithaca (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant for Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. The role supports daily patient care under RN supervision and participates in routine duties on a 3x12 shift schedule.

The position requires a NYS CNA certification or equivalent, a high school diploma, and a willingness to complete orientation training. BLS is provided if needed, with equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience.
• BLS- will be provided if needed.
• NYS Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care—toileting, ambulating, repositioning, monitoring and recording intake and output, vitals.
• Reinforce education with patients and promote fall prevention.
• Maintain clean, safe bedside area and equipment.
• Hourly rounding on each patient.
• Complete orientation training prior to start.

Skills

Patient care experience

BLS

Education

NYS CNA Certification

High school diploma

Job description

Cayuga Health is hiring a Nursing Assistant for Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY. The role supports daily patient care under RN supervision and participates in routine duties on a 3x12 shift schedule.

The position requires a NYS CNA certification or equivalent, a high school diploma, and a willingness to complete orientation training. BLS is provided if needed, with equal opportunity employment.