Nursing Assistant

Position Overview

The Nursing Assistant at United Health Services (UHS) Chenango Memorial Hospital (CMH) plays an important role in delivering compassionate patient-centered care that helps patients feel safe supported and respected. This position assists with activities of daily living (ADLs) mobility patient rounding vital sign collection and intake/output documentation while working closely with the Registered Nurse to communicate changes and support patient safety. As part of a collaborative care team the Nursing Assistant contributes to positive patient outcomes and experiences through meaningful interactions teamwork and high-quality care.

Primary Department Division or Unit:

Adult Med-Surg UHS Chenango Memorial Hospital

Work Shift and Schedule:

This is a per diem position which means you will work on an as needed agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range:

$18.56 - $26.92 per hour depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Job Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Provide basic patient care and activities of daily living (ADLs) under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) to support comfort dignity and safety
• Assistwith nutrition and hydration needs by opening containers cutting food or feeding patients as directed by the RN to promote adequate intake
• Accurately measure andtimelyrecord clinical data in an electronic health record (vital signs weight intake/output)promptly communicatingchanges to the RN according to unit standards
• Support safe mobility ambulation positioning and transfers usingappropriate techniquesto promote comfort and help prevent complications (e.g. skin breakdown)
• Maintain a clean safe and organized patient care environment by performing patient rounding responding to call lights and ensuring rooms and supplies support a positive patient experience
• Document patient care activities and observations per unit guidelines using required tools/systems ensuring clear handoffs and continuity of care
• Perform Unit Secretary and clerical duties when assigned (e.g. answering phonesmaintainingrecords supporting unit workflow) to keep operations running smoothly

Scope and Impact:

• Contribute directly to patient experience and unit outcomes by delivering consistent bedside support across acute care and procedural environments under RN supervision
• Prioritize tasks in a fast-paced setting with frequent interruptions balancing multiple patient and unit needs whilemaintainingaccuracy and compassion
• Use judgment within defined role parameters to recognize and escalate patient concerns changes or safety risks promptly through established communication channels
• Strengthen team-based care by collaborating with nurses and interdisciplinary partners to support safetimelypatient flow and a well-coordinated unit environment

Compliance and Professional:

• Follow organizational policies Nursing Division standards and New York State-aligned role expectations for unlicensed assistive patient care underappropriate supervision
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality bycomplying withHIPAA requirements and usingappropriate discretionin documentation and communication
• Apply infection prevention and control practices including hand hygieneappropriate PPEuse and safe cleaning/disinfection routines to reduce risk of exposure and transmission
• Complete required onboarding education and competency validations within established timelines including CPR certification within the requiredtimeframeapplicable to the assigned unit
• Use safe patient handling and ergonomic practices and follow departmental safety principles to prevent injury andmaintaina safe care environment
• Safeguard sensitive data by following established security policies and procedures using systems responsibly and promptly reporting potential security incidents risks or policy violations

Additional Expectations:

• Create a caring healing environment through human connection by listening responding promptly and communicating with empathybecause every interaction can ease a patients day
• Support a culture of belonging and shared purpose by helping coworkers succeedparticipatingin unit teamwork and contributing to continuous improvement in daily care delivery
• Demonstrate UHS Values of Compassion Trust Respect Teamwork and Innovation in all daily work and interactions
• Execute responsibilitiesin accordance withorganizational policies procedures and applicable regulations
• Performadditionalresponsibilities asrequiredto meet department and organizational needs

Position Qualifications

Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (may be obtained within90 daysof hire)

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Vocational Diploma/Certificate in Nurse Aide studies
• NYSDOH Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)credential
• Up to 1 year of related experience in a role or field that provides transferable skills or knowledge relevant to the position
• Up to 1 year of healthcare experience working in the healthcare industry in any job function
• Up to 1 year of experience in the same work environment or setting (hospital practice department/division)
• Up to 1 year of customer/patient-facing experience directly interacting and communicating with the public

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About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned not-for-profit healthcare system in New Yorks Southern Tier comprising four hospitals long-term care and home care services and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the regions population produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact and boasts a workforce of more than 6300 employees and providers.

At UHS our work is guided by our Values of Compassion Trust Respect Teamwork and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our missionwed love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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United Health Services Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with sponsored endorsed nor approved by nor otherwise associated with Universal Health Services Inc. (NYSE: UHS) UHS of Delaware Inc. nor their affiliates which can be found at .

Required Experience:

Junior IC