Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nursing Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to patients and assist medical staff in delivering quality care.
Duties:
- Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Take and record vital signs
- Help patients eat and drink
- Turn or reposition bedridden patients to prevent bedsores
- Keep patient rooms clean and orderly
- Assist with medical procedures under the supervision of nursing staff
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families
Skills:
- Proficient in patient service with a caring bedside manner
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality
- Experience in dementia care and geriatrics preferred
- Understanding of acute care practices
- Ability to work with people with developmental disabilities
- Familiarity with nursing home or pediatric care settings
- Basic physiology knowledge for patient care
Joining our team as a Nursing Assistant offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- On call
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Forest Hills, NY 11375 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Forest Hills, NY 11375: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person