Nurse Aide - Gouverneur, NY

rrhs; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health's Gouverneur Hospital is seeking a Nurse Aide to join Med Surg/ detox. This full-time role schedules 36 hours per week with variable 12-hour shifts from 9a to 9p, to support patient care under licensed nursing staff.

You will perform direct patient care, document care activities, and contribute to a safe, patient-centered environment. Requires High School diploma and BLS within 3 months of hire; union: 1199 SEIU (GH) note: not all per diem roles are union eligible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• BLS within 3 months of hire.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Nurse Aide

Department

Med Surg/ detox

Location

Gouverneur Hospital

Hours Per Week

Full time, 36 weekly scheduled hours

Schedule

variable 12-hour shifts as needed, typically 9a-9p

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.