Nurse's Aide-Medical Surgical-Mount Sinai Queens-Full Time-Nights-EOW

Nurse's AIde- Medical Surgical-Mount Sinai Queens-Full Time-Nights-EOW

Assists nursing personnel in provision of basic care for patients and necessary unit tasks and functions in compliance with The Nurse Connection policies, and procedures, applicable health care standards and New York State Department of Health.

Patient Care

1. Personal care functions including: Bathing (bed, tub, shower or sponge bath), Skin Care, Toileting (bedpan, urinal, commode and/or toilet), Grooming (shampoo, nailcare & shaving), Oral Hygiene (denture care), Assist with dressing and undressing

2. Assists with feeding of patients.

3. Measuring and recording intake and output.

4. Weigh patients using upright, chair and bed scale.

5. Assists in turning and positioning of patients.

6. Proper transfer techniques.

7. Demonstrates appropriate knowledge for safe use of medical equipment (cane, crutches, walkers, Hoyer Lift, side rails, brace, splints, oxygen).

8. Helps keep patients rooms clean and supplied.

9. Make and change beds (unoccupied and occupied).

10. Transports patients, supplies and equipment as needed.

11. Assists nurses and other personnel as needed.

12. Ambulate patients who require minimal assistance.

13. Simple, non-sterile dressings.

14. Perform skin assessment and notify RN of any abnormalities in skin integrity.

15. Applies heat or cold compresses as directed by a RN.

16. Answer patients calls and takes appropriate action.

17. Collects and labels specimens (urine, stool, sputum).

18. Measures and records vital signs/weights and reports variations in vital signs to RN.

19. Immediately reports any changes in clients condition or incidents to the Nursing Supervisor.

20. Participates in case conferences with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate

21. Maintains confidentiality in relation to all clients, healthcare staff and documentation.

22. Meets annual inservice requirements in accordance with Agency policy and state regulations.

23. Maintains and enhances skill through attending appropriate staff development training

24. Appearance is professional and complies with agency dress code.

25. Maintains a cooperative manner towards client/family and all members of the healthcare team.

• Current and valid NYS Certification for Nursing Assistants preferred.  
• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• Completion of an accredited Nurse's Aide program preffered.
• Six consecutive full time months of CNA experience post certification in long term care preferred. 
• Name: Basic Life Saver (BLS)                                    Issuing Agency: AHA 
   

Collective bargaining unit: SEIU Local 144-MSQ-NonRN

Compensation Statement

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $23.15 - $25.23 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

SEIU Local 144 at Mount Sinai Queens, 211 - Station 3E - MSQ, Mount Sinai Queens

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

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