Dynamic Patient Care Associate — Nursing Team Support

Northwell Career Site; Village of Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Career Site is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and documenting patient status.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient relations, and adherence to infection control standards within a busy medical center. Requirements include NYS CNA certification or active clinical coursework toward RN, high school diploma, and ability to perform lifting

Qualifications

• Successful completion of NYS Certified Nursing Assistant program; willingness to pursue RN degree.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass training program within probationary period.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions.
• Ability to lift, turn, position, move and restrain patients as required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a key member of the nursing care team implementing the patient’s plan of care.
• Promotes improved patient relations and makes recommendations for better care and safe, cost‑effective care.
• Assists with all ADL needs and communicates/document patient status.
• Assists nurses and health team with procedures, exams, tests, treatments, and clerical duties; communicates/document data.
• Maintains clean, stocked patient care units; prepares rooms for new admissions and ensures equipment is clean.
• Transports patients; post‑mortem care and morgue transport as directed.
• Uses proper isolation, safety, waste disposal and infection control; follows Medical Center policies.
• Participates in continuing education, surveys, and staff meetings.
• Accesses medication delivery areas as authorized.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

ADL assistance

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NYS CNA certification program

Job description

Northwell Career Site is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe, clean environment, and documenting patient status.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient relations, and adherence to infection control standards within a busy medical center. Requirements include NYS CNA certification or active clinical coursework toward RN, high school diploma, and ability to perform lifting