Float CNA: Patient Care & Transport Specialist

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health's Westerly Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing areas. The role includes safe patient transport, observer duties for high-need patients, and performing essential clerical tasks to ensure efficient unit operation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with prior hospital or nursing home experience preferred. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Transport patients via wheelchair or stretcher and assist with related dispatch/ documentation.
• Document services accurately and maintain patient safety.
• Assist with receptionist and clerical duties to support unit operations.
• Provide observer services for patients requiring constant observation as assigned.
• Adhere to Westerly Hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Mobility & Lifting

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health's Westerly Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing areas. The role includes safe patient transport, observer duties for high-need patients, and performing essential clerical tasks to ensure efficient unit operation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with prior hospital or nursing home experience preferred. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential for patient safety and quality care.