Nurse Aide

Rochester Regional Health; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Nurse Aide at Gouverneur Hospital in Gouverneur, NY. This 24 hours per week role primarily involves night shifts and requires working under the supervision of licensed nursing staff to deliver direct, patient‑centered care.

The position emphasizes responding to patient needs, maintaining a safe environment, and delivering high‑quality service to patients and families. BLS and a high school diploma or GED are required; nurse aide training is preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS within 3 months of hire.
• HS diploma/GED required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents direct patient care under supervision.
• Provides world class customer service to patients and families.
• Reports patient conditions to licensed nursing staff to support outcomes.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient environment.

Skills

Customer service

Education

HS diploma/GED

BLS certification

Nurse aide training (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Aide Department: MSP/Detox Location: Gouverneur Hospital Hours Per Week: 24 hours/week Schedule: 12 hours primarily nights, variable as needed

SUMMARY

The nurse aid works under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs and documents direct comprehensive, family and patient centered care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff.


• Provides world class customer service to patients and families.


• Reports patient conditions directly to licensed nursing staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.


• Maintains a safe and clean patient and family centered environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BLS within 3 months of hire


• HS diploma/GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Evidence of successful completion of a nurse aid training course at hire and previous experience as a Nurse Aid

UNION

1199 SEIU (GH). Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20-50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$19.65 - $28.79. The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

COMPANY CULTURE

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It's vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.