Nurses Aide-Medical Surgical-Mount Sinai Queens-Full Time-Days

Mount Sinai Health System • Long Island City, NY

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About The Position

The Nurse's Aide position at Mount Sinai Queens involves assisting nursing personnel in providing basic care for patients in a medical-surgical unit. The role is essential for ensuring patient comfort and safety, while adhering to healthcare standards and policies. This full-time position requires a commitment to maintaining a clean and supportive environment for patients and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care.

Requirements

• Current and valid NYS Certification for Nursing Assistants preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Nurse's Aide program preferred.
• Six consecutive full-time months of CNA experience post-certification in long-term care preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a medical-surgical unit is a plus.
• Bilingual skills may be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing personnel in provision of basic care for patients.
• Perform personal care functions including bathing, skin care, toileting, grooming, and oral hygiene.
• Assist with feeding of patients and measuring and recording intake and output.
• Weigh patients using various scales and assist in turning and positioning them.
• Utilize proper transfer techniques and demonstrate knowledge of safe use of medical equipment.
• Keep patient rooms clean and supplied, and make and change beds as needed.
• Transport patients, supplies, and equipment as required.
• Assist nurses and other personnel as needed, including ambulating patients who require minimal assistance.
• Apply simple, non-sterile dressings and perform skin assessments, notifying RNs of any abnormalities.
• Apply heat or cold presses as directed by an RN and answer patient calls, taking appropriate action.
• Collect and label specimens and measure and record vital signs, reporting variations to RNs.
• Report any changes in clients' conditions or incidents to the Nursing Supervisor.
• Participate in case conferences with other healthcare team members as appropriate.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all clients and healthcare staff.
• Meet annual inservice requirements and enhance skills through staff development training.
• Maintain a professional appearance and comply with agency dress code.
• Foster a cooperative manner towards clients, families, and healthcare team members.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $23.1489 to $25.2344.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees