Nurse Aide Med Surg Float Full Time Days

NYU Langone Health; Village of Patchogue (NY); Sur place; USD 46 437 - 56 756; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is seeking a Nurse Aide for the Med Surg Float, Full Time (Days). The role involves basic nursing tasks under RN supervision to ensure patient safety and comfort, and to maintain a clean, orderly patient environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, responding to call lights, documenting intake, vital signs, and assisting with diagnostic procedures as needed. Must adhere to Falls Prevention and participate in ongoing staff education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS certification (AHA only) and first aid training.
• De‑escalation training provided on the job.
• Ability to read and write at an elementary school level to understand the patient’s plan of care.

Responsabilités

• Patient care delivery and basic nursing tasks.
• Responds to patient calls and assists nursing staff.
• Observe patients and report changes in condition.
• Assist with activities of daily living (nourishment, ambulation, hygiene, toileting).

Connaissances

BLS certification

First aid training

De-escalation training

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Aide - Med Surg Float - Full Time, Days. In this role, the successful candidate under the supervision of the registered nurse performs routine service duties and basic nursing procedures necessary to provide for the care, comfort, and safety of patients. The candidate maintains patient and service rooms in a clean and orderly condition, assists with the preparation of the room and equipment for diagnostic procedures, and participates in the orientation process of new employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Patient Care Delivery: The nurse aide delivers basic nursing care to provide for the care and comfort needs of the patient.
• Responds to patient’s call lights promptly to determine patient’s needs and relays information to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Observes the patient and reports any reaction or change in condition to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Assists the patient in the activities of daily living (nourishment, ambulation, personal hygiene, toileting).
• Adapts care delivery to meet the individual needs of the patient.
• Provides direct nursing care to patients by performing tasks such as vital signs/weight measurement, complete/partial baths, skin care, Foley catheter care, enemas, and specimen collection in compliance with policy/procedure.
• Demonstrates proper turning, positioning, and transferring techniques when providing patient care.
• Distributes patient nourishment, assists with feeding as indicated, and collects trays at the end of the meal.
• Estimates amount of food/fluid consumed by patient at each meal from the tray and records the data on the flow sheet, Intake & Output record, or Calorie Count Sheet.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
• Monitors and maintains the service rooms in an orderly manner, preparing equipment to be returned to Central Service.
• Identifies the patient prior to care delivery by checking the identification arm band.
• Recognizes safety hazards and acts promptly and appropriately.
• Completes patient rounds on a regular basis to monitor for patient safety.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics and safety measures during the transferring or lifting of patients or equipment.
• Demonstrates compliance with the measures outlined in the Falls Prevention Program.
• Accepts care assignments willingly and goes to other units when required.
• Responds to fluctuation in workload by helping to complete tasks of another staff member.
• Willingly completes various errands as requested.
• Interacts effectively with staff on the unit and in other departments.
• Works collaboratively with management to improve the environment of care for patients, family, and personnel.
• Seeks out and utilizes the Nurse Manager and Nursing Administrative Supervisor to address issues that require their assistance to resolve.
• Participates in the evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices and supports measures to improve practice.
• Attends and participates in educational programs offered in the hospital to maintain competence.
• Complies with staff meeting attendance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS certification (AHA only) and first aid training.
• De‑escalation training provided on the job.
• Ability to read and write at an elementary school level to understand the patient’s plan of care and to record data on the medical record.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations at an elementary school level in order to take and record the patient’s weight, vital signs, intake & output.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients and their families that demonstrate recognition of cultural diversity.
• Basic analytical skills to gather data, complete comparisons, interpret, and report outcomes to the nurse or document on the medical record.
• Ability to manage and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent customer service skills.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

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NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $51,597.00 - $51,597.00 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses or incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.