Patient Care Assistant

3 days ago


Ithaca, New York, United States Cayuga Health System Full time
Job Summary

Cayuga Health System is seeking a skilled Nursing Assistant to join our team. As a Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting the nursing staff in our Surgical Stay Unit.

Key Responsibilities
  • Obtain vital signs and report any abnormalities to the Registered Nurse.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bowel and bladder care, and monitor intake and output of fluids.
  • Ambulate and reposition patients to prevent complications of immobility.
  • Reinforce education with patients on topics such as incentive spirometer use and fall prevention.
  • Ensure a clean and organized bedside area to promote a safe and healing environment.
  • Remain flexible to assist patients and teammates as needed.
  • Round on patients every hour to ensure responsibilities are complete and patient needs are met.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrable history of honesty, calmness, reliability, compassion, and caring towards customers and coworkers.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
  • Previous patient care experience.
Physical Requirements
  • Repetitive use of hands and fingers.
  • Lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs).
  • Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time.
Work Environment
  • Onsite at our Main Campus.
  • Full-time position in our Surgical Stay Unit.
Compensation
  • Standard rate of $19.50 per hour plus benefits.
  • Enhanced rate of $21.99 per hour without benefits.

Cayuga Health System is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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