Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Northwell Health; Halesite (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Nurse Assistant to perform essential patient care aligned with age-appropriate needs.

You will assist with activities of daily living, observe patients, report changes to the RN, transport patients, and help with admissions, discharges and transfers.

The role emphasizes safety, efficient use of time and supplies, and adherence to hospital policies while supporting a compassionate patient experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Program, preferred.
• Prior relevant experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living including, but not limited to, hygiene, bathing, feeding and ambulation.
• Observes patients and reports any changes in condition to Registered Nurse. Answers patient call lights and responds appropriately.
• Transports patients to and from units, as directed by Registered Nurse and in accordance with established transfer techniques.
• Straightens up patient rooms, changes linens, and performs related tasks.
• Replenishes supply stock needed for basic patient care and orders supplies.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
• Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant Program

Prior relevant experience

Job description

Northwell Health in New York is seeking a Nurse Assistant to perform essential patient care aligned with age-appropriate needs.

You will assist with activities of daily living, observe patients, report changes to the RN, transport patients, and help with admissions, discharges and transfers.

The role emphasizes safety, efficient use of time and supplies, and adherence to hospital policies while supporting a compassionate patient experience.