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Req Number 134272

Job Description

Assists patients in obtaining the maximum level of independence in activities of daily living. Performs direct/indirect nursing procedures and technical/laboratory activities as appropriate and in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.

Job Responsibility

• • Administers nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

• Provides hygienic care to patients assigned and oversees/assists with activities of daily living; performs assigned treatments and procedures

• Takes vital signs of patients assigned and reports values to nurse in charge.

• Reports observations and unusual conditions of patients to registered nurse.

• Prepares patients for meals and helps feed them as assigned.

• Provides constant observation for patients requiring increased security to prevent harmful behavior.

• Follows principles of infection control and patient safety.

• Carefully assists patient to wheelchair or stretcher and transports, as needed.

• Collects required specimens as directed; e.g., urine, feces, sputum.

• • Maintains the environment of patients.

• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment in patient's room

• Participates in ensuring that work areas are clean.

• Replenishes supplies as necessary.

• • Functions effectively within the organizational structure.

• Accepts assignment, seeks clarification as needed, and carries out assignment.

• Reports patient care observations and findings to RN regularly

• Participates as an integral part of the nursing team in assuming additional duties and responsibilities.

• Maintains competence by attending in-service education programs.

• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required

• Successful completion of a Nurse Assistant Program, preferred.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience, preferred.

*Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The salary range for this position is $23.15-$25.20/hour

It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.