Nursing Assistant - PACU / Per Diem

02 UHS Hospitals; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate, patient-centered care in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit at UHS Wilson Medical Center. You will assist with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, and intake/output while collaborating with the RN to ensure safety and quality care.

This per diem role offers flexible, as-needed shifts assigned by the manager, with duties including documenting care, rounding, and supporting unit operations in a fast-paced acute care

Qualifications

• BLS certification (may be obtained within 90 days of hire).
• Vocational Diploma/Certificate in Nurse Aide studies (Preferred).
• NYSDOH Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential (Preferred).
• Up to 1 year of related experience in a role with transferable skills.
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience in the healthcare industry in any job function.
• Up to 1 year of experience in the same work environment or setting (hospital, practice, department/division).
• Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and ADLs under the direction of the RN to support comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Assist with nutrition and hydration needs by opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the RN.
• Record clinical data in the EHR (vital signs, weight, intake/output) and communicate changes to the RN.
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers to promote comfort and prevent complications.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient care environment with rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring supplies/support.
• Document patient care activities and observations per unit guidelines.
• Perform Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned to keep operations running smoothly.

Education

BLS certification

Nurse Aide certificate

NYSDOH CNA credential

Job description

Position Overview

The Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) plays an important role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that helps patients feel safe, supported, and respected. This position assists with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, patient rounding, vital sign collection, and intake/output documentation while working closely with the Registered Nurse to communicate changes and support patient safety. As part of a collaborative care team, the Nursing Assistant contributes to positive patient outcomes and experiences through meaningful interactions, teamwork, and high-quality care.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit: Post Anesthesia Care Unit, UHS Wilson Medical Center

Work Shift and Schedule: This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range: per hour, depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and activities of daily living (ADLs) under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) to support comfort, dignity, and safety
• Assist with nutrition and hydration needs by opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the RN to promote adequate intake
• Accurately measure and timely record clinical data in an electronic health record (vital signs, weight, intake/output), promptly communicating changes to the RN according to unit standards
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers using appropriate techniques to promote comfort and help prevent complications (e.g., skin breakdown)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment by performing patient rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring rooms and supplies support a positive patient experience
• Document patient care activities and observations per unit guidelines using required tools/systems, ensuring clear handoffs and continuity of care
• Perform Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned (e.g., answering phones, maintaining records, supporting unit workflow) to keep operations running smoothly

Scope and Impact: Contribute directly to patient experience and unit outcomes by delivering consistent bedside support across acute care and procedural environments under RN supervision Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting with frequent interruptions, balancing multiple patient and unit needs while maintaining accuracy and compassion Use judgment within defined role parameters to recognize and elevate patient concerns, changes, or safety risks promptly through established communication channels Strengthen team-based care by collaborating with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to support safe, timely patient flow and a well-coordinated unit environment

Compliance and Professional: Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and New York State-aligned role expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care under appropriate supervision Protect patient privacy and confidentiality by complying with HIPAA requirements and using appropriate discretion in documentation and communication Apply infection prevention and control practices including hand hygiene, appropriate PPE use, and safe cleaning/disinfection routines to reduce risk of exposure and transmission Complete required onboarding, education, and competency validations within established timelines, including CPR certification within the required timeframe applicable to the assigned unit Use safe patient handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles to prevent injury and maintain a safe care environment Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations

Additional Expectations

• Create a caring, healing environment through human connection by listening, responding promptly, and communicating with empathy—because every interaction can ease a patient’s day
• Support a culture of belonging and shared purpose by helping coworkers succeed, participating in unit teamwork, and contributing to continuous improvement in daily care delivery
• Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation in all daily work and interactions Execute responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable regulations Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs

Position Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (may be obtained within 90 days of hire)
• Vocational Diploma/Certificate in Nurse Aide studies (Preferred)
• NYSDOH Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential (Preferred)
• Up to 1 year of related experience in a role or field that provides transferable skills or knowledge relevant to the position
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
• Up to 1 year of experience in the same work environment or setting (hospital, practice, department/division)
• Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.

Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us! United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Legal Statement

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at www.uhsinc.com.

Company Culture & Values

Make New Connections: We believe that people—and the connections among them—must remain at the core of everything we do. Whether you're directly caring for patients, supporting our clinical operations, or working to ensure our administrative functions run effectively, your impact will be recognized and appreciated.

Unlock Greater Opportunities: Our commitment to you extends beyond a paycheck. We want you to thrive professionally and personally. Not only will you provide care and support for our patients, but you'll also be cared for, too. While many organizations make this claim, we back it up with action. We take workforce feedback seriously and we continually implement new education initiatives, compensation models, and recognition programs in service of our people.

Proud to be Team UHS: Our footprint spans across every part of New York's Southern Tier. But we don't just serve our community, we're a part of it, too. We are volunteers, coaches, local leaders, parents or grandparents, and mentors. UHS team members can be found at almost every local walk, fundraiser, and sporting event. We promote wellness and health equity within and far beyond our walls.

UHS proudly offers benefits to all full-time employees and part-time employees who are hired into a regular position of at least 24 hours per week (60% FTE).