Patient Care Technician — Compassionate Nursing Support

Memorial Physician Practices; Northern, New York (KY, NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide essential support to nursing staff by performing basic patient care duties, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients. This role requires compassionate care and strong teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, patient transfers, and responding promptly to call lights, while maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum six months of experience in an acute or long-term care facility preferred.
• Certifications: CPR/BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care tasks including hygiene, grooming, and mobility support.
• Provide general nursing care such as patient positioning, lifting, turning, and use of assistive equipment.
• Assist with toileting using bedpans, urinals, commodes, or ambulation.
• Take and document vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, and blood pressure, as well as intake and output measurements.
• Assist in patient admission, transfer, and discharge, including handling personal belongings.
• Maintain a clean and comfortable patient environment.
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, telephone, and paging systems.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

CPR/BCLS certification

Job description

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide essential support to nursing staff by performing basic patient care duties, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a safe, clean environment for patients. This role requires compassionate care and strong teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, patient transfers, and responding promptly to call lights, while maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to