Nurse Assistant
Northwell Health
Nurse Assistant
Northwell Health
Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut
Performs basic patient care activities according to age appropriate and developmental needs of the patient.
Job Responsibility
1.Assists patients with activities of daily living including, but not limited to, hygiene, bathing, feeding and ambulation.
2.Observes patients and reports any changes in condition to Registered Nurse. Answers patient call lights and responds appropriately.
3.Transports patients to and from units, as directed by Registered Nurse and in accordance with established transfer techniques.
4.Straightens up patient rooms, changes linens, and performs related tasks.
5.Replenishes supply stock needed for basic patient care and orders supplies.
6.Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
7.Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
8.Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
9.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Job Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Program, preferred.
Prior relevant experience, preferred.
Minimum Salary/Range*: 26.4617
Maximum Salary/Range*: 26.4617
Nonprofit health system in New York and Connecticut
Northwell Health is a nonprofit health system serving patients across New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut through hospitals and outpatient practices. Its network combines hospitals for complex care, community hospitals and specialty centers such as Cohen Children's Medical Center and Zucker Hillside Hospital. The system coordinates hospital, ambulatory and post-acute care, with philanthropy supporting its community mission. Its research institutes and partnerships with Hofstra University connect patient care with medical discovery and training for doctors, nurses and physician assistants. Founded in 1997, Northwell is headquartered in Lake Success, New York.
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