Nursing Assistant - FT Nights - 4 South Telemetry
About The Position
Cayuga Health is hiring a full-time Nursing Assistant for the 4 South Telemetry unit at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York. Nursing Assistants work closely with nurses to provide direct patient care, support activities of daily living, and help prevent complications. This is an onsite position with three 12-hour overnight shifts, from 6:45 p.m. to 7 a.m.; every other weekend and holidays are assigned. No travel is expected. Before starting on the unit, the employee must complete one full week of mandatory orientation, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The posted pay range is $19.47–$25.75 per hour, plus benefits. Cayuga Health describes its work environment as collaborative and values excellence, integrity, compassion, and stewardship. The organization offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- High school education or equivalent experience.
- BLS; training will be provided if needed.
- Ability to use hands and fingers frequently, such as to operate a computer keyboard.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, or crouch for work tasks.
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to operate job-related equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Availability for three 12-hour overnight shifts, every other weekend, and holidays as assigned.
- Completion of one full week of orientation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., before starting on the unit.
Nice To Haves
- New York State Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA).
- Previous patient care experience.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with nurses to provide excellent direct patient care.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, ambulating, and repositioning.
- Monitor and record fluid intake and output, patient weight, and vital signs.
- Report abnormal findings or changes in a patient's condition to the registered nurse.
- Reinforce patient education, including instruction on incentive spirometer use and fall prevention.
- Maintain a clean, organized patient bedside area to support a safe workspace.
- Intentionally round on each patient every hour.
- Complete mandatory orientation training before starting work on the unit.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Competitive wages
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
