Nursing Assistant - Per Diem

Catholic Health Services; Plainedge (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. You will assist with data collection, deliver routine care, and ensure accurate documentation in the medical record.

The ideal candidate has a CNA training program completion or is a nursing student with clinical rotation, and holds current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a CNA Training Program OR nursing student with clinical rotation.
• BLS from American Heart Association required.
• Current ED experience is preferred.
• Must be computer-literate and able to read/write basic English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Assist in patient data collection and documentation.
• Provide appropriate care to assigned patients and report needs promptly to the nurse.
• Document accurately on the patient's medical record and other forms.
• Perform treatments and procedures according to hospital policy.

Skills

Computer literacy

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA Training Program or nursing student with clinical rotation

Job description

Overview

At Catholic Health, our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities. We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence-based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• The Nursing Assistant assists in the care of patients by performing various duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Assists in patient data collection.
• Provides appropriate care to assigned patients.
• Provides patient care in accordance with the Patient's Bill of Rights.
• Reports patient needs to the nurse promptly.
• Organizes patient care appropriately.
• Completes patient care and assignments in a timely manner.
• Reinforces patient instruction.
• Documents accurately on the patient's medical record and on other forms.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to established hospital policy and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Required.
• Must have successful completion of a duly authorized CNA Training Program OR is a student enrolled in a nursing program who has completed fundamentals of nursing including clinical rotation OR relevant work experience, including nursing assistant and/or personal care aide.
• BLS from American Heart Association required.
• Current ED experience is preferred.
• Must be computer-literate. Must be able to read and write basic English

Salary Range

USD $25.59 - USD $25.59 /Hr.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.