Nursing Assistant - Massena, NY

Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join the Med/ Surg team at Massena Hospital on a per diem basis. The role provides direct patient care under supervision, following hospital policies and protocols, and contributes to a safe, comfortable patient environment.

Required: high school diploma or GED and AHA BLS at hire (or obtained within 1 week). Preferred: completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Program; strong communication and basic math skills for patient care tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AHA BLS required at hire; if not in place, must be obtained within 1 week of hire.
• Completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Program preferred.
• Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic for patient care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and comfort, including bathing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance.
• Perform and document routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, weights, intake/output, and basic treatments.
• Assist with meals and nourishments, monitor hydration, and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Support patient mobility and transfers, positioning, and use of ordered devices.
• Respond promptly to call lights and communicate patient needs to the nursing team.

Education

High school diploma or GED

AHA BLS required at hire

Completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Program (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Nursing Assistant

Department: Med/ Surg

Location: Massena Hospital

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

SUMMARY

The nursing assistant works under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide complete patient care and comfort, including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, toileting, repositioning, dressing, mobility assistance, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Perform and document routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, weights, intake and output, specimen collection, and basic treatments as directed by nursing staff.
• Assist patients with meals, feeding as needed, and distribute nourishments and fresh water.
• Support patient mobility and recovery by assisting with transfers, bed positioning, exercises, and application of ordered devices (e.g., elastic stockings, ice packs).
• Respond promptly and courteously to call lights, assess patient needs, and communicate concerns to appropriate healthcare team members.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• AHA BLS required at hire, if not in place must be obtained within 1 week of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a Basic Nursing Assistant Program
• Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic calculations for proper patient identification and to take and record weights, intake and output, and vital signs
• Ability to perform effectively assigned routine patient care tasks
• Possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively (up to 80% of work time) with sick and/or irritable patients in order to gain their cooperation and allay apprehensions

UNION

CSEA (MH) 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 posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, 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.