Nurse Aide- Med Surg N Nights

Overview

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center serving residents of eastern Long Island. It includes the Knapp Cardiac Care Center, an ambulatory surgical pavilion with women’s imaging, a sleep laboratory, and bariatric surgery. The Stroke Center is designated as a Primary Stroke Center with neurologists available 24/7. The hospital also has multiple outpatient sites, including an outpatient wound care center, a hemodialysis center, and various primary care and specialty offices.

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Aide - Med Surg 4N - Full Time, Nights. Under the supervision of the registered nurse, the successful candidate performs routine service duties and basic nursing procedures to provide for the care, comfort and safety of patients. Maintains patient and service rooms in a clean and orderly condition. Assists with preparation of the room and equipment for diagnostic procedures.

Participates in the orientation process of new employees.

• Patient Care Delivery – deliver basic nursing care to meet the care and comfort needs of the patient.
• Respond to patient call lights promptly and relay information to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Observe the patient and report any reaction or change in condition to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Assist the patient in activities of daily living – nourishment, ambulation, personal hygiene, toileting.
• Adapt care delivery to meet the individual needs of the patient.
• Provide direct nursing care by performing tasks such as vital signs/weight, complete/partial baths, skin care, Foley catheter care, enemas and specimen collection in compliance with policy/procedure.
• Demonstrate proper turning, positioning and transferring techniques during patient care.
• Distribute patient nourishment, assist with feeding as indicated, and collect trays at the end of the meal.
• Estimate amount of food/fluid consumed by patient and record data on the appropriate care documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized patient environment; monitor and maintain service rooms in an orderly manner; prepare equipment to be returned to Central Service.
• Identify the patient prior to care delivery by checking the identification band.
• Recognize safety hazards and act promptly and appropriately.
• Complete patient rounds regularly to monitor patient safety.
• Use proper body mechanics and safety measures during transferring or lifting of patients or equipment.
• Demonstrate compliance with Falls Prevention Program measures.
• Accept care assignments willingly and assist on other units when required.
• Respond to fluctuation in workload by helping to complete tasks of other staff members.
• Willingly complete various errands as requested and interact effectively with staff on the unit and in other departments.
• Collaborate with management to improve the environment of care for patients, family and personnel.
• Seek guidance from the Nurse Manager and Nursing Administrative Supervisor to address issues requiring assistance.
• Participate in the evaluation of the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices and supports measures to improve practice.
• Attend and participate in educational programs offered in the hospital to maintain competence; comply with staff meeting attendance requirements.

High School Diploma or GED; BLS certification (AHA) and first aid training. De-escalation training provided on the job. Ability to read and write at an elementary level to understand the patient’s plan of care and record data. Ability to perform simple arithmetic to take and record weight, vital signs, and intake/output. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients and families and recognize cultural diversity.

Basic analytical skills to gather data, complete comparisons, interpret and report outcomes. Ability to manage and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent customer service skills.

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