Critical Care Nursing Assistant I/II - Evenings

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant I/II for the MICU Critical Care unit on the Evening shift. Under RN supervision, provide empathic patient care, assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and support the care team in a fast-paced critical care environment.

Requirements include at least 1 year of patient care experience and NYS CNA certification or equivalent; preferred HS diploma.

Qualifications

• One year of satisfactory full-time experience in provision of simple treatment and other patient care services under professional supervision.
• NYS Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification from an approved training program.
• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Change dressings and perform related basic care tasks.
• Take vital signs: temperature, pulse, BP, respiration.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Help feed patients to ensure proper nourishment.
• Maintain patient dignity, rights and confidentiality.
• Assist with housekeeping tasks related to direct care as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision making based on ethics

Education

NYS Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification from an approved certified nursing aide training program

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Stony Brook University Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant I/II for the MICU Critical Care unit on the Evening shift. Under RN supervision, provide empathic patient care, assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and support the care team in a fast-paced critical care environment.

Requirements include at least 1 year of patient care experience and NYS CNA certification or equivalent; preferred HS diploma.