Compassionate Nursing Attendant — Patient Care & Support

Montefiore; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Health System in New York seeks a Nursing Attendant to join our patient-centered team. You will assist with daily living activities, transport patients, answer calls, and help maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment.

The role emphasizes communication, patient comfort, infection control, and adherence to hospital policies. The candidate should have high school diploma, 1-3 years clinical experience, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate of State Certified Program Required.
• 1-3 years clinical experience as a nursing student/foreign graduate nurse Required.
• Effective English communication skills, both written and oral.
• BLS Required.
• OHS Fit Test.
• OHS Annual Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance during activities of daily living (e.g., eating, bathing, ambulating) for patients across age groups.
• Meets hygiene and grooming needs (bathing, hair care, oral care).
• Assists with mobility and transfers, including use of splints/braces as needed.
• Maintains skin integrity using turning, pressure relief, and ulcer care.
• Provides patient comfort measures and rest, including bed positioning and back rubs.
• Assists with elimination needs and documents outputs; supports urinary catheter care as required.
• Ensures safety and environmental rounds; responds to call bells promptly.
• Transports patients and documents in patient records; accompanies patients to procedures.
• Adheres to infection control policies; maintains confidentiality and privacy.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma / State Certified Program

Job description

Montefiore Health System in New York seeks a Nursing Attendant to join our patient-centered team. You will assist with daily living activities, transport patients, answer calls, and help maintain a safe, clean, and functional environment.

The role emphasizes communication, patient comfort, infection control, and adherence to hospital policies. The candidate should have high school diploma, 1-3 years clinical experience, and current BLS certification.