Patient Care Aide - Compassionate ADL Support & Mobility

Northwell Health; Halesite (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Nurse Assistant to provide basic patient care aligned with age and developmental needs. You will assist with activities of daily living, observe patients, and report changes to the registered nurse.

You will help with admissions, transfers, and discharges, transport patients, keep rooms clean, and ensure a safe environment by following safety policies. Prior CNA training or a high school diploma is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Nurse Assistant Program is preferred.
• Prior relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living including hygiene, bathing, feeding and ambulation.
• Observes patients and reports any changes in condition to Registered Nurse.
• Transports patients to and from units, as directed by Registered Nurse and in accordance with established transfer techniques.
• Straightens up patient rooms, changes linens, and performs related tasks.
• Replenishes supply stock needed for basic patient care and orders supplies.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
• Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
• Performs related duties as required; all responsibilities noted are essential functions under the ADA.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant Program

Prior relevant experience

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks a Nurse Assistant to provide basic patient care aligned with age and developmental needs. You will assist with activities of daily living, observe patients, and report changes to the registered nurse.

You will help with admissions, transfers, and discharges, transport patients, keep rooms clean, and ensure a safe environment by following safety policies. Prior CNA training or a high school diploma is preferred.