Nursing Auxillary A-MSH-Neurosurgery ICU-FT-Nights-EOW

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,036 - 37,653; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Nursing Auxiliary for the Neurosurgery ICU. This full-time night shift role requires close collaboration with the nursing staff to monitor vitals, support patient care, and maintain a safe environment on the unit.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting data in the EMR, and ensuring timely communication with RNs. Certification in Heartsaver/BCLS is required, with EMT/venipuncture skills preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CNA or medical assistant with skills in venipuncture and EKG.
• Heartsaver and/or BCLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assists the nursing staff in selected procedures, treatments, and tasks including vital signs.
• Assists with activities of daily living, ambulation, mobility, and personal hygiene.
• Observes, reports, and records patient data in EMR.
• Reports information to the registered nurse.
• Maintains safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Basic nursing procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA or medical assistant with venipuncture and EKG

Job description

Job Title

Nursing Auxillary A MSH Neurosurgery ICU FT Nights EOW

Responsibilities

• Assists the nursing staff in performing selected nursing procedures, treatments, and functional tasks to specific patients including vital signs: Temperature, Pulse, Respiration, Blood Pressure and Pain Rating.
• Performs procedures associated with activities of daily living, ambulation, mobility, and personal hygiene of the patient.
• Observes, reports, and records routine and specific patient data, behaviors and responses to treatment on the appropriate flow sheet/EMR.
• Reports pertinent information and observations regarding patients to the registered nurse.
• Performs procedures related to assuring a safe environment for patients, staff and others.
• Performs procedures associated with the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Performs procedures associated with the maintenance of food and fluid intake.
• Documents Intake and Output in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Performs procedures associated with excretion of body waste and or loss of fluid.
• Provides for safe and comfortable lifting, positioning and ambulation of patients in accordance with the principles of good body mechanics. Utilizes mechanical devices as necessary.
• Performs simple applications of heat and cold.
• Provides care to the body of deceased patients in preparation for removal to the morgue. Provides support to the family/significant others. Secures property.
• Obtains, assembles and maintains equipment for use during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Assists members of the health care team with physical exam and other procedures.
• Conducts purposeful hourly care checks/rounding for assigned patients noting: Pain, Position, Proactive Toileting and Possessions.
• Participates in the patient belonging process, including reporting of valuables to the RN and documenting accordingly.
• Transports patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed, and escorts ambulatory patients.
• Performs errands away from the area of assignment to implement the care of patients, including transporting stat specimens and/or obtaining supplies as necessary.
• Maintains a clean, uncluttered and tidy environment.
• Maintains equipment and cleans as necessary. Stocks supplies.
• Works in a safe manner and provides for the safety of patients and other employees.
• Utilizes Vocera system/Mount Sinai phone according to sign‑in/sign‑out protocol where activated.
• Maintains “isolation status” for patients under direction of an RN and according to set procedures.
• Utilizes aggression control measures in the care of patients who are verbally or physically threatening.
• Performs patient observation for safety, constant and/or every 20 minutes checks of assigned observation status.
• Communicates information and basic instructions to patients, families, and visitors.
• Supports the mission, vision, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and The Mount Sinai Health System.
• Attends ongoing staff development as assigned to maintain appropriate knowledge base and skills and to meet regulatory requirements.
• Attends unit staff and educational meetings.
• Demonstrates a humanistic, kind and caring attitude.
• Adheres to dress code in accordance with departmental policy.
• Maintains attendance and punctuality record in accordance with departmental standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Hospital and Departmental policy, procedure, and guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Patient Bill of Rights and confidentiality.
• Is open and responsive to the diverse backgrounds and experience of other people and promotes an environment that is sensitive to cultural diversity.
• Respects and values each patient's unique, individual needs, beliefs, and diversity and incorporates these into delivery of care.
• Assumes other responsibilities/duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to read, write, understand and speak English in a clear and concise manner.
• Visual and aural acuity to assess patient within parameters of job responsibilities.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Oriented to consumer satisfaction.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity to perform a variety of tasks and skills in area of assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Completion of a state‑approved CNA or completion of a medical assistant/patient care assistant with skills in venipuncture and EKG.
• Heartsaver and/ or BCLS Certification from American Heart Association.

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSH

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $25.4328 - $27.3328 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.