Nursing Assistant - 4th Floor Operating Room - Mount Sinai New York Eye and Ear - Full-Time - 7AM-3PM

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant is a non-professional employee who, under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, assists the professional medical staff in providing quality care for the treatment of patients. The position supports patient care in the 4th Floor Operating Room at Mount Sinai New York Eye and Ear and is full-time, with a 7 AM–3 PM schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care consistent with the philosophy and goals of the Nursing Department and patient care unit.
• Assist and accompany patients during admission, transfer, and discharge to and from the OR/RR and PACU.
• Provide morning and evening care to patients who need assistance.
• Perform routine treatment procedures effectively.
• Provide general nursing care as delegated by professional staff.
• Orient patients to their room and surroundings.
• Assist patients with preoperative and postoperative preparation.
• Measure and record temperature, pulse, height, weight, and respiration.
• Assist with application of traction.
• Prepare rooms and beds for postoperative patients.
• Clean patients’ units and change bed linens.
• Assist patients with ambulation and meals.
• Provide general care for patients on precautions.
• Know safety codes and procedures and how to respond to emergencies.
• Evaluate and assist in emergency situations.
• Identify and locate emergency equipment when needed.
• Observe infection-control guidelines and protocols.
• Collect and transport specimens to the appropriate departments.
• Assist with maintenance of supplies and equipment as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED