NURSING ASSISTANT-1

Samaritan Medical Center; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate patient care to a diverse age group under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, teamwork, and compassionate interaction with patients and families.

The successful candidate will assist with activities of daily living, ambulation, turning, and comfort measures, while maintaining safety and quality care. BLS is required or obtained within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Nurse Assistant preferred.
• Ability to document on medical records.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hire.
• High school level education.
• Ability to work under stress and manage interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of a registered/licensed nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ambulation.
• Turn patients and promote comfort and safety.
• Document care accurately in medical records and forms.
• Communicate information to supervisor and coworkers.
• Operate equipment to move patients and monitor vital signs.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

Nursing Assistant program

High school diploma

Job description

Location:Samaritan Medical CenterDepartment:01.6014 SMC 4 PRATTPay Range:17.97 - 22.92Care for our community, and your career.The Nursing Assistant provides compassionate patient care to a diverse age group of patients with a variety of medical and/or surgical conditions. This individual provides direct patient care and works collaboratively with other patient care team members including the patient and family, to achieve optimal patient outcomes. All care is provided under the direction and supervision of a registered or licensed nurse. The Nursing Assistant assists with activities of daily living and delegated patient care treatments and procedures. Is responsible to assist with ambulation of patients, turning patients and promoting comfort.Previous experience or graduated from a Nursing Assistant program preferred.Ability to document on medical records and patient care forms and understand printed health related material.One year or more experience as a Nurse Assistant preferable.Computer experience preferred. Works effectively with others, possess tact, discretion and diplomacy.Ability to work under stress and complete duties sometimes with numerous interruptions.Must be able to write legibly and be able to document, accurately, type of care given.Must be able to communicate information to supervisor and co-workers.Must be familiar with equipment used to move patients, take vital signs and document.Ability to understand printed health related material.BLS certification required or obtained within 3 months of hireHigh school level of knowledgeSamaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.Work Shift:FLSA7DAY- 12 Hours Day Shift (United States of America)Position Hours:36Samaritan is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.