Nursing Attendant - Days

Burke Rehabilitation Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,775 - 45,530; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

403B Retirement Plan with matching contributions

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Fitness Center

Job summary

A health care facility in New York seeks a Nursing Attendant to assist with patient care activities under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Responsibilities include managing patient assignments, transporting patients, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably some clinical experience. This position offers a competitive pay rate ranging from $24.52 to $33.05 per hour, plus advantages like medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Ability to execute tasks independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and daily living activities.
• Report changes in patients' condition to the RN.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety in the patient environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Basic medical equipment

Job description

Nursing Attendant - Days page is loaded## Nursing Attendant - Daystime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR227857**City/State:**,**Department:**Nursing Administration**Work Days:**ALTERNATE WEEKENDS, DAYS VARY**Scheduled Hours:**7 AM-7 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**11.5 HOURS**Pay Rate/Range:**$24.5175-$33.0508**Job Summary** In collaboration with, and under the guidance of licensed Registered Nurses, assists with patient care and general duties on the assigned nursing unit. Assignments consist of 7-15 patients based on patient need and acuity. Ensures program and scheduled appointment times are met. Transports patients to and from therapies and special appointments as necessary. Assists with non-nursing functions on unit as needed. **Essential Functions*** Responsible for initiating and completing direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, i.e., giving bed baths, grooming, feeding, showering, transferring patient from bed to wheelchair or toilet, preparing and transporting patients to and from X-ray, obtaining vital signs.* Reports abnormal vital sign readings or other changes in patient’s status to the primary RN assigned to the patient before moving on to the next patient or task. If primary RN is on break, reports findings to other appropriate RN (Charge RN, Nurse Manager, etc.)* Performs functional duties, i.e., maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patient, does simple cleaning of showers, pantry, etc., puts call light within patient's reach, wipes up spills from floor when indicated, makes beds, etc.* Responsible for attending to call bells within the timeframe defined by the nursing department.* Supports the care team by responding to bells within own assigned group of patients and/or those of other team members as needed.* Escorts patients to outside medical appointments as needed.* Collaborates with all members of the care team to ensure patient needs are promptly attended to; operates under the license and guidance of Registered Nurses on the unit.* Appropriately communicates challenges that arise (ex. scheduling conflicts, needing help with prioritization of tasks, etc.) utilizing supervisors on duty to provide clarification (ex. Charge RN, Nursing Supervisor, Nurse Manager, etc.).* Practices good communication during hand-offs (ex. at break-times, shift change, when leaving the unit) to inform care team and ensure continuity of care and patient safety.* Uses teamwork and collaboration with nurses and other nursing assistants to provide care to patients on the unit.* Assists with admission (including orientation to rehabilitation) and discharges of patients, i.e., documentation of clothing and valuables and/or packing and checking them, dispensing supplies, etc.* Able to do non-technical nursing procedures i.e., weighing patient, applying prosthesis, restraints, application of anti-embolism devices.* Checks on assigned patients frequently, practicing hourly rounding; reports any changes in patient's condition, reports relevant patient requests, needs for supplies, equipment, etc., to nurse.* Assists with the ambulation of patients on unit.* Observes patients during respiratory treatments and/or other procedures; assists clinician to ensure patient safety.* Assists with the orientation of nursing aides, students and volunteers.* Assists patients to and from therapies as well as on and off patient elevators.* Assists with special nursing procedures, i.e. simple wound care, straight cath, colostomy care, blood pressure, catheterizations, sterile dressings, bowel routines, etc.* May assist with non-nursing functions on units to include clerical and telephone responsibilities.* May assist in the operating of the elevator to include adhering to procedures relating to elevators (code 4, ambulance and safety during elevator use/operation), may assist with transportation of patients to and from therapies.* Brings wheelchairs to/from wheelchair shop as needed.* Demonstrates the ability to utilize knowledge of age related changes within a patient population to offer appropriate care to the population served (ex. adolescent, young adult, adult & geriatric patients).* Assist with keeping unit clean, i.e. utility room and discharged patient belongings closet.* Practices Standard Precautions. Follows regulations, policies and guidelines on the prevention of infections; does not eat or drink in patient care areas* Personally adheres to Burke C.A.R.E.S. philosophy by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect and exceeding expectations through service excellence.* Maintains confidentiality of information; abides by HIPAA regulations.* Maintains a professional image and follows Hospital’s policy on uniforms; consistently wears hospital ID* Demonstrates reliable, on-time attendance, which is an essential function of all jobs at Burke.* Completes mandatory annual learning within deadline* Performs other duties as delegated.**Qualifications*** High School Required or GED Required* 1-3 years, minimum of 1 year clinical experience preferred* Basic computer skills preferred.* Ability to prioritize effectively when presented with competing demands; able to multi task effectively.* Ability to execute tasks independently and as part of a collaborative team.* Interacts with the rehabilitation team, patients, families and visitors.* Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling and transferring of patients.* Continuous standing, bending and walking. Walking and pushing wheelchairs, stretchers.* Physical and manual dexterity, visual and auditory acuity.* Good communication skills, diplomatic and tactful* Ability to learn clerical tasks; and use of technology (e.g., computers, phones) in execution of tasks* BLS - American Heart Association Preferred* NYS Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) PreferredSalary Range - $24.5175-$33.0508 per hour + $0.60 night differential after 3pm\****\*Actual offer will depend upon a number of factors including experience, education, certification(s), knowledge, and skills***The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Today* A culture of mentorship and collaboration.* Working with an inter-disciplinary team of experts.* Clinical knowledge growth through regular in-services and other opportunities.* Career growth within the organization.* Providing patient-centered care using state of the art equipment.* Earning extremely high patient satisfaction scores.* Ensuring a great reputation in our local communities.* Giving back through volunteering at Burke-sponsored events.* Recognition for their contributions at the local and national level.### A Generous Benefits PackageBurke employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that supports them with:* Medical Coverage* Dental Coverage* Generous Paid Time Off* A 403B Retirement Plan with matching contributions* An Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”) – free for employees and dependents* Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts* Short-term Disability and New York Paid Family Leave Insurance* Long-term Disability Insurance* Life and AD&D Insurance* Voluntary Insurances at group rates: Life, AD&D, enhanced Short Term Disability, Vision, Pet* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Employee Fitness Center* Free parking (most locations)