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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Aide- Med Surg 3S- Full Time, Nights
In this role, the successful candidate under the supervision of the registered nurse performs routine service duties and basic nursing procedures necessary to provide for the care comfort and safety of patients Maintains patient and service rooms in a clean and orderly condition Assists with the preparation of the room and equipment for diagnostic procedures Participates in the orientation process of new employees
Job Responsibilities:
Patient Care Delivery The nurse aide delivers basic nursing care to provide for
the care and comfort needs of the patient
Responds to patient #39;s call lights promptly to determine patient #39;s needs and relays
information to appropriate nursing personnel
Observes the patient and reports any reaction or change in condition to the nurse in a
timely manner
Assists the patient in the activities of daily living nourishment ambulation personal
hygiene toileting
Adapts care delivery to meet the individual needs of the patient
Provides direct nursing care to patients by performing such tasks as vital
signs/weight complete/partial baths skin care Foley catheter care enemas and
specimen collection in compliance with policy/procedure
Demonstrates proper turning positioning and transferring techniques when providing patient care
Distributes patient nourishment assists with feeding as indicated collects trays at the
end of the meal
Estimates amount of food/fluid consumed by patient at each meal from the tray and
records the data on the flow sheet Intake amp; Output record or Calorie Count Sheet
Maintains a clean safe and organized patient environment
Monitors and maintains the service rooms in an orderly manner Prepares equipment
to be returned to Central Service
Identifies the patient prior to care delivery by checking the identification arm band
Recognizes safety hazards and acts promptly and appropriately
Completes patient rounds on a regular basis to monitor for patient safety
Utilizes proper body mechanics and safety measures during the transferring or lifting
of patients or equipment
Demonstrates compliance with the measures outlined in the Falls Prevention Program
Accepts care assignments willingly and goes to other units when required
Responds to fluctuation in workload by helping to complete tasks of another staff
member
Willingly completes various errands as requested
Interacts effectively with the staff on the unit and in other departments
Works collaboratively with management to improve the environment of care for
patients family and personnel
Seeks out and utilizes the Nurse Manager and Nursing Administrative Supervisor to
address issues that require their assistance to resolve
Participates in the evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices and
supports measures to improve practice
Attends and participates in educational programs offered in the hospital to maintain
competence
Complies with staff meeting attendance requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or GED BLS certification AHA only and first aid training De escalation training provided on job Ability to read and write at an elementary school level to understand the patient s plan of care and to record data on the patient s medical record Ability to perform simple arithmetic calculations at an elementary school level in order to take and record the patient s weight vital signs I O Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients and their families that demonstrate recognition of cultural diversity Basic analytical skills in order to gather data complete comparisons interpret report outcomes to the nurse or document on the medical record Ability to manage and perform multiple tasks simultaneously Must possess excellent customer service skills
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Long Island Community Hospital 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.
Long Island Community Hospital is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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Long Island Community Hospital 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 $46,644.00 - $46,644.00 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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