Nursing Assistant - Part Time - Days

CH_127 Schuyler Hospital, Inc; Montour Falls (NY); On-site; USD 2,682,000 - 3,547,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant for Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls, NY. You will work closely with the nurse to deliver direct patient care, support activities of daily living, and help prevent complications in a busy hospital setting.

The role requires high school level education and is complemented by orientation and ongoing training. Onsite location at Schuyler Hospital with weekend and holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent experience; BLS training provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Toileting, ambulating, repositioning, monitoring and recording intake and output; report abnormal findings to RN.
• Reinforcing education with patients (incentive spirometer use) and fall prevention.
• Maintain clean, organized bedside area for a safe workspace.
• Intentionally round on each patient every hour.

Skills

High school or equivalent experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Cayuga Health

Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility. Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve. Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities. Learn more at www.cayugahealth.org.

Nursing Assistants are responsible for working closely with the nurse to provide excellent direct patient care.

This person supports activities of daily living (ADL's) with patients and prevents complications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Toileting, ambulating, repositioning, monitoring and recording intake and output of fluids, recording patient weight, obtaining vital signs, and reporting abnormal findings or changes in the patient's conditions to the RN.
• Reinforcing education with patients; i.e. incentive spirometer use, and fall prevention.
• Maintaining a clean and organized patient bedside area to ensure a safe workspace.
• Intentionally rounding on each patient every hour.

Mandatory Orientation Training completion required: one full week of Monday through Friday 8a-4p prior to starting work on the unit.

Required Skills and Experience

High school or equivalent experience BLS- will be provided if needed undefined

Preferred Skills and Experience

High school or equivalent experience BLS- will be provided if needed

Physical Requirements

• Frequent hand and finger use (e.g., to operate a computer keyboard)
• Lifting and carrying items up to 40 lbs. (e.g., boxes, equipment, IV solutions), with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to stoop, kneel or crouch for tasks such as retrieving items from lower shelves or filing in low drawers
• Ability to sit, stand or walk for extended periods, as the position may require
• Capacity to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation

Location, Travel and Shift Requirements

Onsite – Schuyler Hopsital – 220 Steuben St Montour Falls, NY 14865

Shift – 2 Shifts per week (12hr shift)

This Role requires work every other weekend and holiday

Pay Range Disclosure

Standard Rate of $19.47 to $25. 75 per hour plus benefits

Centralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

We're excited you're considering joining our team. At Centralus Health, we foster a culture of care, trust, and belonging. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and thrive in your career while making meaningful connections with patients, families, colleagues, and communities.