ICU Nursing Assistant - Per Diem, Competitive Benefits

Cayuga Medical Center; Hayts Corner (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for Cayuga Medical Center ICU on a per diem basis, onsite at 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY. You will collaborate with nurses to deliver direct patient care, monitor patients, and reinforce education while maintaining safety and clean, organized environments.

Requires high school diploma; BLS provided if needed; CNA certification preferred and prior patient care experience encouraged. Onsite schedule includes a minimum commitment per 8-week cycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification will be provided if needed.
• NYS CNA certification preferred.
• Previous patient care experience encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care: toileting, ambulating, repositioning, and monitoring patient condition.
• Record intake/output, weight, and vital signs; report changes to RN.
• Reinforce patient education and ensure fall prevention.
• Maintain a clean, organized bedside area and bedside workspace.
• Perform hourly rounding to assess patient needs and safety.

Skills

Patient care

BLS

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NYS Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA)

Job description

Cayuga Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for Cayuga Medical Center ICU on a per diem basis, onsite at 101 Dates Drive, Ithaca, NY. You will collaborate with nurses to deliver direct patient care, monitor patients, and reinforce education while maintaining safety and clean, organized environments.

Requires high school diploma; BLS provided if needed; CNA certification preferred and prior patient care experience encouraged. Onsite schedule includes a minimum commitment per 8-week cycle.