Night Shift Nurse Assistant: Patient Care & Safety

Catholic Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is seeking a patient care aide for night shifts (7:00pm–7:15am) with weekend and holiday rotation. This full-time position (FTE 0.94) reports under the RN on duty and supports daily living activities and basic nursing care in a non-acute setting.

Education includes High School/GED and BLS within six months. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with hospital staff in a demanding environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for patient care positions.
• BLS certification must be obtained within six months of hire/transfer.
• Ability to read with comprehension and follow instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living and daily living tasks.
• Provides nursing care to non-acutely ill patients under RN supervision.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment and supports other hospital staff as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Reading comprehension

Education

High School or GED

BLS within six months

Job description

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is seeking a patient care aide for night shifts (7:00pm–7:15am) with weekend and holiday rotation. This full-time position (FTE 0.94) reports under the RN on duty and supports daily living activities and basic nursing care in a non-acute setting.

Education includes High School/GED and BLS within six months. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and collaboration with hospital staff in a demanding environment.