Certified Nurse Aide - Gouverneur, NY in GOUVERNEUR, New York at Rochester Regional Health

Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide
Department: Med Surg/ detox
Location: Gouverneur Hospital
Hours Per Week: Full time, 36 weekly scheduled hours

Schedule: variable 12-hour shifts as needed, typically 9a-9p
SUMMARY:
The nurse aid works under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care in accordance with established hospital policies, procedures and protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and documents direct comprehensive, family and patient centered care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff.

• Provides world class customer service to patients and families.

• Reports patient conditions directly to licensed nursing staff to achieve positive patient outcomes.

• Maintains a safe and clean patient and family centered environment.

• Required to float to other clinics and hospital departments as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• New York State Nurse Aide Certification within 3 months of hire or completion of a Nursing 101 course at an accredited nursing school program within 3 months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• None.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

PAY RANGE: $18.82 - $28.40

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.