Nursing Assistant

United Health Services • Norwich, NY

1d • $19 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) Chenango Memorial Hospital provides compassionate, patient-centered support in the Adult Med-Surg unit. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the role assists with activities of daily living, nutrition and hydration, mobility, positioning, transfers, patient rounding, vital-sign collection, and intake/output documentation. The Nursing Assistant communicates patient changes and safety concerns to the RN, contributes to patient comfort and dignity, and supports positive patient outcomes and experiences as part of a collaborative care team.

The position also includes maintaining a clean, safe, and organized care environment; responding to call lights; documenting care and observations in required systems; and performing Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned. The role requires prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, following organizational and Nursing Division policies, protecting patient privacy, applying infection-prevention practices, completing required training and competencies, and following safe patient-handling and information-security practices.

This is a 40-hour-per-week day-shift position. Compensation is $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 activities of daily living under the direction of the Registered Nurse, supporting patient comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Assist patients with nutrition and hydration, including opening containers, cutting food, or feeding as directed by the RN.
• Measure and 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 rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring rooms and supplies support patient care.
• Document patient care activities and observations according to unit guidelines using required tools and systems.
• 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 while maintaining accuracy and compassion.
• Recognize and promptly escalate patient concerns, changes, and safety risks through established communication channels.
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to support safe patient flow and a coordinated unit environment.
• Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, applicable regulations, and New York State-aligned expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Apply infection-prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, appropriate PPE use, and safe cleaning and disinfection.
• Complete required onboarding, education, and competency validations, including CPR certification within the timeframe applicable to the assigned unit.
• Use safe patient-handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles.
• Follow information-security policies and promptly report potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations.
• Communicate with empathy, support coworkers and teamwork, contribute to continuous improvement, and demonstrate UHS values.
• 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, starting 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 accrual beginning on the first day.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Access to financial advisors.
• Up to $400 per year in wellness rewards.
• 24/7 EAP counseling and virtual mental health support.
• Food pantry and 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 opportunities.
• Sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 may be available to eligible candidates.

What This Job Offers

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