Nursing Assistant - Mount Sinai Brooklyn - Full-time days

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 49 000 - 55 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading healthcare provider in New York is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant for full-time days at Mount Sinai Brooklyn. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, recording vital signs, and ensuring a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and strong communication skills. Join a diverse team committed to outstanding patient care and innovation in healthcare.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• Completed training as a medical assistant or CNA.

Responsabilidades

• Assists patients with daily activities and mobility.
• Records and reports patient's vital signs.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment.

Conhecimentos

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Body Mechanics

Formação académica

High School Diploma

BLS Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Description

A certified nursing assistant's primary responsibility is to assist patients with their daily activities. As a CNA, you also serve as a conduit between nurses, doctors, and patients, recording and communicating all issues to medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs and records patient's vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations.
• Assists patients with ambulation, transfers out of bed, and all levels of mobilization, as directed by Nursing and Therapy teams.
• Assists patients in performing ROM, therapeutic exercises, and activities of daily living, as directed by Nursing and Therapy teams.
• Provides for safe and comfortable lifting, positioning, and ambulation of patients in accordance with good body mechanics principles. Uses mechanical devices as necessary.
• Participates in daily huddles and interdisciplinary rounds related to patient mobility status and goals.
• Reports pertinent information and observations regarding patients to the registered nurse.
• Observes, reports, and records specific patient data, behaviors, and responses to treatment on the appropriate flow sheet/EMR.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and functional environment, including ensuring the comfortable movement of the patient.
• Cleans mobility equipment and assistive devices between patient uses, in compliance with infection prevention policies.
• Maintains storage of mobility-related equipment in a safe, clean, uncluttered, and tidy manner.
• Provides support to the family/significant others.
• Works safely and ensures the safety of patients and staff.
• Utilizes aggression control measures when caring for patients who are verbally or physically threatening.
• Communicates information and basic instructions to patients, families, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification required
• Completed training as a medical assistant or certified nursing assistant; relevant inpatient healthcare experience preferred.
• Excellent body mechanics and transfer techniques
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; professional, courteous, and respectful attitude towards patients and families.

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU Local 144-MSB-NonRN

Employer: Mount Sinai Brooklyn

About Mount Sinai Health System

The Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with over 48,000 employees, multiple hospitals, outpatient practices, labs, and educational institutions. We are committed to delivering outstanding patient care, fostering an inclusive environment, and advancing health through innovation and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $23.72 - $25.23 per hour. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational needs. Benefits and bonuses are additional.