Nursing AttendantCentral Nursing ServiceNight Shift 375 Hours

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Position Summary :

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nursing Attendant-Central Nursing Service-Night Shift (37.5 Hours).

In this role, the successful candidate Assists in implementation of the nursing process by performing direct and indirect patient care to assigned patients under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse. Assists in maintaining an orderly and safe patient care environment and unit.

Job Responsibilities :

• Assists with Admission / Transfer / Discharge of patients : Orients patient to hospital environment. Provides patient with toileting supplies. Assists patient to remove clothes, complete property check list and safeguard personal property through Security. Assists in transfer of patients by gathering belongings, completion of clothing list and assisting in moving the patient. Prepares bedside unit to receive patients. Discharges : Assists patient to dress and pack personal belongings. Escorts patient as necessary and remains with the patient until he / she has left the building.
• Conducts patient rounds for toileting, positioning, comfort, safety and personal needs. Answers patient call lights and responds to patient needs promptly.
• Assemble O2 (e.g., nasal cannula) and suction set-ups.
• Provides basic hygiene to patients : bathing, AM / PM care, mouth care, denture care, hair care, nail and foot care, shaving, assists patients with bedpan, urinal and / or commode.
• Prepares patients for meals including : Clearing overbed tables and placing them within reach of the patient. Positioning patient correctly for eating / tube feedings. Assisting patients by preparing utensils and food items. Feeding patients.
• Performs and / or assist patient with simple treatments. Remove and reapply SCD wraps as directed by the RN. Assists RN in enema procedures.
• Collects specimens as directed by RN.
• Informs RN of any audible clinical alarms such as IV pumps, feeding pumps, ventilators, bedside monitors
• Assists with moving, lifting, positioning and transporting of patients.
• Assists with removal and security of patient personal items prior to procedures, as needed.
• Changes linen in accordance with policy and as necessary.
• Takes and electronically records blood pressure, temperature, pulse, pulse oximetry, and respiration per care level standard and as directed by the RN. Reports abnormalities to RN.
• Weighs patients and electronically records on admission, as ordered, and / or as directed by RN.
• Measures and records oral intake, urinary output, bowel elimination, gastric and other drainage onto I&O record (form or electronic). Calculates 8 hour totals. Empties drainage bags.
• Performs post mortem care.
• Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed.
• Reports any changes observed in the patients condition to the RN.
• Responds to and meets patient / family needs and customer concerns as soon as possible with compassion and understanding. Established effective, caring relationships with staff, patients, family and other members of the health care team.
• Maintains competence through in-service and educational programs.
• Attends staff meetings and reviews / signs minutes of meetings not attended.Maintains a safe and uncluttered environment of care in patient rooms including removing excessive furniture, supplies and equipment. Assists with supply and equipment management of patient, procedure and supply rooms per department standards.
• Maintains cleanliness of utility rooms and pantries as assigned.
• Performs other duties such as errands, relieving other units, bringing stretchers and assisting other members of the health team, as directed.
• Performs other duties as aligned with the mission and values of the organization.

Minimum Qualifications :

To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or equivalent Required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant program or minimum 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR / AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR / AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies : Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills..

Required Licenses : Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being : physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $50,559.79 - $50,559.79 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses / incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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