Provides direct care as assigned for a designated group of patients. Performs functions requiring skill and competence such as, but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG, obtaining specimens and cultures, activities of daily living, simple wound dressings and vital signs. Shares accountability for quality patient outcomes.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Assists with the unit’s admission and discharge processes.
  • Establishes good interpersonal relationships with families/visitors and hospital staff.
  • Reports vital information to all levels of the healthcare team, as needed.
  • Conveys needed information to patients and visitors.
  • Maintains good communication with co-workers for proper team functioning.
  • Communicates pertinent patient observations to members of the health care team.
  • Performs direct patient care as assigned for designated group of patients.
  • Obtains and documents patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, respirations, pulse, weight, and height) using appropriate equipment.
  • Apprises the Registered Nurse and health care team of any observed significant changes in the patient’s condition.
  • Communicates written and verbal information.
  • Responds to patient requests and/or call light.
  • Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards.
  • Functions in an emergency situation as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel.
  • Assists with restrained patients according to established policy.
  • Performs grade I and II decubitus care, as directed.
  • Performs activities of daily living appropriate to patient’s condition.
  • Uses proper body mechanics, obtains help and/or uses appropriate equipment when lifting, moving or transferring patients from bed to chair, putting them on stretchers and assisting them into wheelchairs.
  • Performs delegated patient care procedures.
  • Obtains and labels specimens, and performs certain diagnostic tests consistent with established procedures, as directed.
  • Performs phlebotomy procedures.
  • Performs telemetry and electrocardiograms, as directed.
  • Uses clinical knowledge in the care and management of patients based on diagnoses and the unit assigned.
  • Performs related duties, as required.
 
Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
  • Enrolled in a BSN Program and has completed a fundamental of nursing course with a clinical practicum, required.
  • AHA Basic Life Support, Required
 
*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

The salary range for this position is $25.00-$25.00/hour

Apply Return to Search Results

Share this job

Featured Location

Long Island

Have fun in the sun as you explore Long Island’s beautiful beaches, including Jones Beach and Robert Moses Beach. Enjoy the fruit of the vine at local vineyards, shop till you drop, and visit Montauk Point State Park and the gorgeous Montauk Lighthouse.

Featured Location

Queens

Spend an amazing day at Gantry Plaza State Park, home to the Pepsi-Cola sign, or Flushing Meadows Park and its world-renowned Unisphere. You can also take in an exciting ball game on a warm summer night at Citi Field (home of the New York Mets).

Featured Location

Staten Island

Catch a ride on the Staten Island ferry and escape the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. Bask in the glory of the Verrazano Bridge. Or become one with nature by visiting the Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Gardens.

Featured Location

New York City

See such world-famous sights as the Statue of Liberty and Times Square. Explore renowned museums like the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Check out a musical on Broadway or attend a show or sporting event at Madison Square Garden (home of the New York Knicks and Rangers).

Featured Location

Westchester

Scan the farthest horizons at the Gazebo at Constitution Park. Discover a hidden gem by visiting the New Croton Dam on the Hudson. Embark on an exhilarating hike, see gorgeous year-round views, and do some fun leaf peeping during the fall.

Featured Location

The Hudson Valley

Discover a wide array of nature attractions and activities in New York’s Hudson Valley region. From scenic hiking trails and golf courses to farm-to-table dining and charming wineries, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in this breathtaking location.

Featured Location

Connecticut

With destinations only a train ride away from mid-town Manhattan, you can enjoy the scenic coastline of the Long Island Sound, picturesque historic towns and colorful landscapes. You can enjoy hiking, biking, and other outdoor pursuits with beautiful year-round views, especially during autumn.

Similar Jobs