Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

Northwell Health; Suffolk (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide basic patient care in a hospital setting, supporting daily living activities and reporting changes to registered nurses. This role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and compassionate patient interaction.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, mobility, room upkeep, supply management, and participating in admissions, discharges, and transfers as needed.

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 hygiene, bathing, feeding and ambulation.
• Observes patients and reports any changes in condition to Registered Nurse; answers call lights and responds appropriately.
• Transports patients to and from units as directed by RN and per transfer techniques.
• Straightens patient rooms, changes linens, and performs related tasks.
• Replenishes supply stock for basic patient care and orders supplies.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures to provide a safe environment.
• Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
• Performs related duties as required; all responsibilities are essential functions under ADA.

Skills

Patient care

Observation skills

Ambulation assistance

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant Program

Job description

Northwell Health is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide basic patient care in a hospital setting, supporting daily living activities and reporting changes to registered nurses. This role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and compassionate patient interaction.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, mobility, room upkeep, supply management, and participating in admissions, discharges, and transfers as needed.