Nursing Assistant​/Ward Clerk​/EKG North II; Med Surg​/Telemetry Per Diem Night

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The Nursing Assistant/WC/EKG performs clerical and receptionist duties on assigned unit under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse. The Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG Tech works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. He/she performs specific care to assigned patients, administering simple treatments and providing bedside care. The Nursing Assistant observes patients for change of condition and communicates same.

He/she assists in keeping patient and work areas neat, clean and stocked. He/she also promotes cooperation, a positive attitude and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff. The Nursing Assistant is responsible for knowing and adhering to established hospital policies and procedures, including all aspects of safety.

• Assists Registered Nurse with nursing care of assigned patients according to established policies and procedures.
• Take and record temperatures, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure in an accurate manner.
• Documents patient care, vital signs I&O in Hospital Information System.
• Performs EKGs.
• Provides for the general comfort, welfare, and safety of patients.
• Ward clerk duties as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient work area and patient care unit equipment.
• Responds to patient call lights promptly and provides necessary assistance.
• Other duties as deemed appropriate by Management.

• High School Graduate.
• Nurse Aide certificate or equivalent.
• Current BLS provider certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Training course in acute care skills.
• Standing/Walking 95% of the day.
• Ability to lift and transport patients.
• Visual and auditory acuity.

• Previous EKG and Ward Clerk experience.

Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen.
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

* The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year‑round residents,…