Nursing Assistant - Wilson ICU - Night Shift

United Health Services•Johnson City, NY

4d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant works in the Intensive Care Unit at UHS Wilson Medical Center, collaborating with Registered Nurses to provide compassionate, hands-on patient care and support patient safety and experience. Under RN direction, the role assists with activities of daily living, nutrition and hydration, mobility, vital signs, intake and output, and other routine care, while respecting patients’ comfort and dignity. The Nursing Assistant monitors patient needs, communicates changes, and helps maintain a safe, supportive, and organized environment. This is a part-time night-shift opportunity scheduled for 24 hours per week: two 12-hour shifts per week, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Weekend and holiday rotations are required. The position is in a fast-paced ICU setting, where the Nursing Assistant prioritizes tasks amid frequent interruptions and collaborates with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to support patient care and unit operations. Unit Secretary and clerical duties may also be assigned. The role requires compliance with organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, applicable New York State expectations, HIPAA, infection prevention practices, patient-handling and ergonomic safety principles, and information security procedures. Required onboarding, education, and competency validations must be completed within established timelines, including CPR certification within the timeframe applicable to the assigned unit. Compensation is $19.37–$28.09 per hour, depending on experience. United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system serving New York’s Southern Tier. Its system includes four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices. UHS describes its work as guided by Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; may be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Ability to provide patient care under RN direction and follow applicable organizational policies, procedures, and regulations.

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.

Responsibilities

Provide basic patient care and activities of daily living under the direction of a Registered Nurse to support 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, including vital signs, weight, and intake/output, and promptly communicate changes to the RN according to unit standards.
Assist with safe mobility, ambulation, positioning, and transfers using appropriate techniques.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient-care environment through patient 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, maintaining records, and supporting unit workflow.
Prioritize multiple patient and unit needs 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, timely patient flow and coordinated care.
Follow organizational policies, Nursing Division standards, and applicable New York State expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care under appropriate supervision.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in documentation and communication in accordance with HIPAA.
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 applicable CPR certification requirements.
Use safe patient-handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles.
Follow information security policies and procedures, use systems responsibly, and report potential security incidents, risks, or policy violations.
Listen and respond promptly to patients and communicate with empathy to contribute to a caring, healing environment.
Support coworkers, participate in unit 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, starting the first of the month after hire.
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 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.
Engagement Councils, peer recognition, team events, and volunteer days.