Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Patient Care

Mount Sinai Morningside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Morningside is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the nursing team in delivering compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, documenting observations in the EMR, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and completed CNA or medical assistant training, with BLS/ Heartsaver certification preferred. Prior inpatient experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Reads, writes and speaks English clearly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of hospital policy and patient rights.
• Maintains punctuality and a professional appearance.
• Understands confidentiality and HIPAA basics.
• Experience in inpatient health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with procedures, vital signs, ADLs and mobility.
• Observe and document patient data and responses to treatment.
• Ensure safe environment and proper isolation status when required.
• Transports patients and supplies as needed.
• Maintain clean, stocked and safe work area.
• Use Vocera and Mount Sinai phone for communication in patient care.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Patient observation

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified nursing assistant or medical assistant training

BLS/ Heartsaver certification

Tools

EMR systems

Vocera system

Job description

Mount Sinai Morningside is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the nursing team in delivering compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, documenting observations in the EMR, and ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and completed CNA or medical assistant training, with BLS/ Heartsaver certification preferred. Prior inpatient experience is desirable.