Nursing Assistant - Wilson ICU - Night Shift

NY United Health Services • Johnson City, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Intensive Care Unit team at UHS Wilson Medical Center as a Nursing Assistant, working closely with Registered Nurses to provide compassionate, hands-on care and support patient safety and experience. Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, vital signs, intake and output documentation, and routine patient care while promoting comfort, dignity, and respect. Help monitor patient needs, communicate changes, and maintain a safe and supportive environment as part of a collaborative healthcare team.

This is a part-time position scheduled for 24 hours per week, with two 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Weekend and holiday rotations are required. The role pays $19.37–$28.09 per hour, depending on experience. Previous healthcare experience is preferred, but applicants with a strong commitment to compassion, teamwork, and service are encouraged to apply.

The Nursing Assistant works under Registered Nurse direction and supervision to support care in acute care and procedural environments. The role also includes unit secretary and clerical duties when assigned, along with compliance with organizational policies, patient privacy requirements, infection-control practices, safety expectations, and role-specific education and competency requirements.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• Previous healthcare experience.
• A strong commitment to compassion, teamwork, and service.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and activities of daily living under the direction of the Registered Nurse, supporting comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Assist with nutrition and hydration needs, including opening containers, cutting food, and feeding patients as directed by the RN.
• Measure and promptly document clinical data, including vital signs, weight, and intake and output, and communicate changes to the RN according to unit standards.
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers using appropriate techniques to promote comfort and help prevent complications such as skin breakdown.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment by rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring rooms and supplies support a positive patient experience.
• Document patient care activities and observations using required tools and systems according to unit guidelines to support 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, balancing multiple patient and unit needs 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, timely patient flow and a coordinated unit environment.
• Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and applicable New York State expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care.
• 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 on time, including CPR certification within the applicable required 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 incidents, risks, or policy violations.
• Promote a caring, healing environment through empathetic communication and prompt responses to patients.
• Support team belonging, coworker success, teamwork, and 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.
• Flexible health plan options and coverage tiers.
• Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Voluntary pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• PTO 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.
• Virtual mental health support.
• Food pantry.
• PTO donation program.
• Professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Access to more than 100,000 online courses.
• Leadership programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Clinical ladders and internal mobility.
• Compensation reviews for market competitiveness and internal equity.
• Employee engagement councils, peer recognition, team events, volunteer days, and seasonal celebrations.

What This Job Offers

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