Nurse Aide – Med Surg Day Shift (Compassionate Care)

NYU Langone Health; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk seeks a Nurse Aide for the Med Surg unit (NSG-2 North). This full-time, day-shift role involves alternating weekends and requires providing basic nursing care under RN supervision.

The position emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and teamwork across units; must have high school diploma/GED and BLS, with ongoing training and adherence to hospital standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required; de-escalation training provided on the job.
• Ability to read and write at elementary level to understand care plans.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic for vitals and intake/output.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living and nourishment.
• Respond promptly to call lights and relay information to nursing staff.
• Maintain patient rooms and assist with room preparation for procedures.
• Participate in orientation and uphold Falls Prevention program guidelines.
• Support patient safety and collaborate with unit staff and management.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Reading/writing (basic)

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk seeks a Nurse Aide for the Med Surg unit (NSG-2 North). This full-time, day-shift role involves alternating weekends and requires providing basic nursing care under RN supervision.

The position emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and teamwork across units; must have high school diploma/GED and BLS, with ongoing training and adherence to hospital standards.