Nurse Aide II, Saint Joseph's Medical Center, Yonkers NY

Saint Joseph's Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Aide II with demonstrated skills in core and primary care specific competencies based on the patient population served. The Nurse Aide II provides direct patient care to specified groups of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Medical Director. The Nurse Aide II will work in our Ambulatory Services Department and will cover other sites as needed.

• Obtains and documents blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, height, weight, length, and head circumference on pediatric patients
• Documents screenings, patient smoking, date of last mammogram, menstruation, Pap smear for female patients, pain level using the pain assessment scale etc.
• Reports patient / family concerns to the RN or LPN, i.e., abusive situations
• Reports all observable or measured findings related to the patient care needs to the RN or LPN
• Assists others in the completion of assignments, as directed
• Responds appropriately in emergency situations, responding for help when necessary
• Recognizes safety hazards and reports same to the nurse in charge, i.e., broken furniture, fluid spills
• Maintains a sterile and clean environment and prepares the room for the patient
• Requests supplies (medical, surgical, pharmacy, paper), weekly, with cost saving strategies in mind, when assigned
• Checks and returns all extra and expired supplies immediately
• Stocks examination rooms. Keeps rooms neat
• Checks expiration dates and removes expired items
• Assists with procedures, examinations, and treatment of patients as directed
• Identifies own strengths in areas of clinical practice and learning needs
• Performs phlebotomy and ensure patient safety use standard of practice when reconciling specimens

Education and Qualification Requirements

Certified from a Nursing Assistant Training Program

High school graduate or equivalent

BLS is required.

Salary Range : $20.3343- $20.8933

Saint Joseph's Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested applicants should submit resume to : tbianco@saintjosephs.org