Nurse Aide - Gouverneur

121 Gouverneur Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union: 1199 SEIU (GH)

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Nurse Aide at Gouverneur Hospital within the Med Surg/detox department. The role is full time (36 hours weekly) with 12-hour daytime shifts and occasional float to other clinics or departments as needed. You will work under licensed nursing staff to deliver patient-centered care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS within 3 months of hire. The union status is 1199 SEIU.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire preferred.
• Ability to float to other clinics and hospital departments as needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Aide Department: Med Surg/detox Location: Gouverneur Hospital Hours Per Week: full time, 36 weekly scheduled hours Shift: 12 hours primarily days 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 to float to other clinics and hospital departments as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent BLS within 3 months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

None.

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 listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

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.