Nursing Assistant

Job description

Job Title: Nursing Assistant Department: Med / Surg Location: Massena Hours Per Week: 24 hr/ week Schedule: Nights 11:30 pm - 7:30 am, Monday - Friday, every other weekend and holiday SUMMARY: The nursing assistant works under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and protocols. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide complete patient care and comfort, including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, toileting, repositioning, dressing, mobility assistance, and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Perform and document routine clinical tasks such as vital signs, weights, intake and output, specimen collection, and basic treatments as directed by nursing staff. Assist patients with meals, feeding as needed, and distribute nourishments and fresh water. Support patient mobility and recovery by assisting with transfers, bed positioning, exercises, and application of ordered devices (e.g., elastic stockings, ice packs). Respond promptly and courteously to call lights, assess patient needs, and communicate concerns to appropriate healthcare team members. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: H igh school diploma or GED...