Tele) Per Diem

Stony Brook University•Town of Brookhaven, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG performs clerical and receptionist duties on the assigned unit and provides bedside care under the direct supervision of a Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse and a Registered Nurse. The position includes assisting with patient care, administering simple treatments, observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions, and helping maintain clean, orderly, and stocked patient and work areas. The role promotes cooperation, a positive attitude, and a safe environment for patients and staff, and requires adherence to hospital policies and procedures, including safety requirements. The position is per diem and is associated with North 3 (Med/Surg/Tele). Employees may occasionally need to travel to other locations to support operational needs. Pass days and shifts may change as necessary. The position may be designated essential during institutional emergencies and may require respiratory protection that could prohibit facial hair. The role may require successfully completing pre-employment screening and medical clearance requirements.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Possession of, or ability to acquire during the probationary period, the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Current American Heart Association BLS provider certification.
At least 6 months of work experience in a healthcare setting.
Ability to lift and transport patients.
Ability to meet pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination and medical clearance, an electronic reference check with at least three professional references, a 4-panel drug screen, regulatory pre-employment screenings, and submission of any required New York State licenses or certificates.

Nice To Haves

New York State Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification.
One year of patient care experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

Assist the Registered Nurse with nursing care for assigned patients according to established policies and procedures.
Take and accurately record patients’ temperatures, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
Document patient care, vital signs, and intake and output in the Hospital Information System.
Perform EKGs.
Provide for patients’ general comfort, welfare, and safety.
Perform ward clerk duties as needed.
Maintain cleanliness of patient work areas and patient care unit equipment.
Respond promptly to patient call lights and provide necessary assistance.
Perform other duties as deemed appropriate by Management.
Observe patients for changes in condition and communicate those changes.
Assist in keeping patient and work areas neat, clean, and stocked.
Adhere to established hospital policies and procedures, including safety requirements.