Nursing Assistant

NY United Health Services • Norwich, NY

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) Chenango Memorial Hospital (CMH) provides compassionate, patient-centered support to help patients feel safe, supported, and respected. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nursing Assistant assists with activities of daily living, nutrition and hydration, mobility, patient rounding, vital sign collection, and intake/output documentation. The role involves communicating patient changes and safety concerns to the RN and collaborating with the care team to support patient outcomes and experiences.

The position is in the Adult Med-Surg unit at UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital, with a night rotational shift and 28 regularly scheduled weekly hours. Unit Secretary and clerical duties may also be assigned. The role requires compliance with organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, applicable regulations, HIPAA, infection prevention and control practices, data security policies, and safe patient-handling practices. Required onboarding, education, and competency validations must be completed on schedule, including CPR certification within the timeframe applicable to the assigned unit.

The position offers compensation of $18.56–$26.92 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Vocational Diploma/Certificate in Nurse Aide studies.
• New York State Department of Health Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) credential.
• Up to 1 year of related experience in a role or field providing transferable skills or knowledge relevant to the position.
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience in any job function.
• Up to 1 year of experience in the same work environment or setting, such as a hospital, practice, or department/division.
• Up to 1 year of customer- or patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and assist with activities of daily living under RN direction, supporting patient comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Assist with nutrition and hydration, including opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the RN.
• Measure and timely record clinical data, including vital signs, weight, and intake/output, and promptly communicate changes to the RN.
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers using appropriate techniques.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient-care environment through patient rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring rooms and supplies support a positive patient experience.
• Document care activities and observations using required tools and systems in accordance with unit guidelines, supporting clear handoffs and continuity of care.
• Perform Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned, such as answering phones, maintaining records, and supporting unit workflow.
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting with frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy and compassion.
• Recognize and promptly escalate patient concerns, changes, or safety risks through established communication channels.
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to support safe, timely patient flow and coordinated unit care.
• Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and applicable New York State role expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care under appropriate supervision.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in documentation and communication in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
• Apply infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, appropriate PPE use, and safe cleaning and disinfection routines.
• Complete required onboarding, education, and competency validations within established timelines, including CPR certification within the applicable timeframe.
• Use safe patient-handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles.
• Safeguard sensitive data by following security policies, using systems responsibly, and promptly reporting potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations.
• Communicate with empathy, listen, respond promptly, and help create a caring, healing environment.
• Support coworkers, participate in unit teamwork, and contribute to continuous improvement in daily care delivery.
• Demonstrate UHS values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees working 24 or more hours per week, beginning the first of the month after hire.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual beginning on the first day.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Wellness rewards of up to $400 per year.
• 24/7 employee assistance program (EAP) counseling.
• Virtual mental health support.
• PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to more than 100,000 online courses and leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders and internal mobility.
• Sign-on bonus eligibility of up to $1,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed