Day Rotational

NY United Health Services•Johnson City, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Nursing Assistant in the Maternity and Newborn Nursery at UHS Wilson Medical Center, you will provide compassionate, patient-centered care to mothers and newborns during the postpartum period. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, you will support patients’ comfort, dignity, and safety, contribute to a nurturing care environment, and collaborate with the care team. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on a day-rotational shift. The role includes bedside care in acute care and procedural environments, accurate documentation, and prompt communication of patient concerns to the RN. You may also perform unit secretary and clerical duties when assigned. You will follow organizational policies, nursing standards, applicable regulations, privacy and security requirements, infection-control practices, and safe patient-handling procedures. Required onboarding, education, and competency validations must be completed on time, including unit-required CPR certification.

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 involving direct interaction and communication with the public.

Responsibilities

Provide basic patient care and activities of daily living under RN direction, supporting comfort, dignity, and safety.
Assist with nutrition and hydration, including opening containers, cutting food, or feeding patients as directed by the RN.
Measure and record clinical data such as vital signs, weight, and intake/output in the electronic health record, 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 by rounding, responding to call lights, and ensuring rooms and supplies are ready to support patient care.
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, maintaining records, and supporting unit workflow.
Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting while balancing multiple patient and unit needs with 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 coordinated unit care.
Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and applicable New York State requirements 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 within established timelines, including CPR certification within the required timeframe for the assigned unit.
Use safe patient-handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles.
Follow security policies and procedures for sensitive data, use systems responsibly, and report potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations.
Communicate with empathy, listen, and respond promptly to help create a caring and healing environment.
Support coworkers, participate in 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 day one.
403(b) retirement plan with company match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Access to financial advisors.
Up to $400 per year in wellness rewards.
24/7 employee assistance program 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.