Patient Care Technician - Nursing Float Pool - Full Time Rotating Schedule

St. Joseph's Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Syracuse is hiring a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with bedside care, monitor vitals, position patients, assist with feeding and perform EKGs as needed.

The role supports a rotating schedule: a 36-hour work week across three 12-hour shifts, including days and nights, with weekend and holiday rotation. Initial training occurs during the daytime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
• Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Rotating Shift

Description:

36 hour work week consisting of three 12 hours shifts
Schedule rotation commitment: Three week rotations between day shift (7:00am - &:30pm) and night shift (7:00pm - 7:30am)
The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation
INITIAL TRAINING IS DURING THE DAY

POSITION SUMMARY

Delivers direct patient care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse. Performs tasks that do not require nursing judgements or administration of medications.

Duties include, but not limited to: Bedside patient care, vitals, positioning, feeding and EKG.

Is accountable for the patient care they deliver. Adheres to St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center standards of care and practice.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Medical background, mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity preferred.

Basic computer skills required

Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise. Completes population specific competency annually on populations served as identified in scope of care and service.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Current BLS/CPR certification and First Aid training provided upon hire

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS

Office/Clinical setting. Exposure class I.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Heavy work: requires standing, lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying.

Pay Range: $17.25 - $25.00

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.