Nurse Aide Medical Surgical Full Time Days

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center, providing care to residents of eastern Long Island. The hospital facility is home to the Knapp Cardiac Care Center—an advanced heart disease diagnostic and treatment facility—as well as a modern ambulatory surgical pavilion with specialized services including women's imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. Our Provisional Level 2 Trauma Center delivers comprehensive and specialized care for patients with traumatic injuries. The Stroke Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is designated by the New York State Department of Health as a Primary Stroke Center, with expert neurologists available to provide treatment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Additionally, NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices.

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Position Summary :

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Aide - Medical Surgical - Full Time, Days

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.

information to appropriate nursing personnel.

timely manner.

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.

records the data on the flow sheet, Intake & 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.

address issues that require their assistance to resolve.

supports measures to improve practice.

competence.

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

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk 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.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk 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 Hospital-Suffolk 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 $48,994.86 - $48,994.86 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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