Nursing Assistant - Neurosciences

Nursing Assistant Position At Crouse Health

Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. We’ve combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs. Crouse’s Neuroscience Unit consists primarily of patients with a diagnosis of stroke, however many of the patients have diagnoses related to respiratory, cardiac, diabetic and renal issues. The Neuroscience team is hiring a Nursing Assistant. The Nursing Assistant performs daily care activities to help achieve the goals of the patient care plan as directed by the Registered Professional Nurse. Pay Range: $19.75-26.13/hour (based on experience). Rotating Schedule: Crouse also offers competitive Shift Differentials on Evenings, Nights and Weekends! Nursing Assistant Position Responsibilities: Assists the patient with daily care activities including but not limited to bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulating, personal hygiene and taking of vital signs. Supports and actively contributes to the achievement of the patient’s goals associated with the plan of care. Individualizes communication based on the needs of the patients and families. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Must have one year of patient care experience, or is currently attending an accredited Registered Nursing program and has successfully completed the fundamentals of nursing coursework. Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire or within two (2) weeks after hire date. Benefits Overview: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K. Company paid life insurance. Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities. Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program. Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers. YMCA Subsidy program.