Nursing Assistant - PACU / Per Diem
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) provides compassionate, patient-centered support in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit at UHS Wilson Medical Center. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the role supports patients’ comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with activities of daily living, mobility, patient rounding, vital-sign collection, and intake/output documentation. The Nursing Assistant works closely with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to communicate patient changes, support patient safety, and contribute to positive patient outcomes and experiences. This is a per diem position, with work performed on an as-needed, agreed-upon basis. Working hours are assigned by the manager. Compensation is hourly and depends on experience. The position is not eligible for benefits.
Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational diploma or 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 Registered Nurse direction.
- Assist with nutrition and hydration, including opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Measure and timely record vital signs, weight, intake, and output in the electronic health record, and promptly communicate changes to the Registered Nurse.
- Support safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers using appropriate techniques.
- 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 care activities and observations using required tools and systems, supporting clear handoffs and continuity of care.
- Perform Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned, such as answering phones and maintaining records.
- Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting while balancing patient and unit needs with 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 operations.
- Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and applicable New York State role expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care.
- Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
- Apply infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, appropriate PPE use, and safe cleaning and disinfection routines.
- Complete required onboarding, education, and competency validations, 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 reporting potential security incidents or policy violations.
- Create a caring environment through attentive listening, prompt responses, and empathetic communication.
- Support teamwork, belonging, and continuous improvement in daily care delivery, and demonstrate UHS values.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required to meet department and organizational needs.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
