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Nursing Assistant
full-time•City of Geneva
About this role
Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Clinical Leader, and/or Staff RN and in accordance with approved policies and procedures, the nursing assistant/unit clerk performs various patient care activities necessary to address the personal needs and comfort of patients. He/she participates in non-professional services including time management, organizational skills, computer skills and communication skills to ensure the smooth coordination of the nursing station. He/she acts as a resource for patients, families, physicians and hospital staff and assists in promoting and maintaining positive relations between the nursing unit and all hospital departments. He/she participates in unit activities as a team member, as assigned. The nursing assistant/unit clerk will maintain patient confidentiality and provide safe, quality patient care. He/she will maintain an appropriate level of knowledge and expertise through continuing education, in-service programs, departmental competencies and self-development activities. He/she will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team and support all staff as necessary.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Minimum:
• High School diploma or GED required.
Preferred:
• Post secondary education in health or human services
LICENSE:
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
• BLS certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.
• CPI
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Preferred:
• customer service experience, physician office or health related
SKILLS:
Minimum:
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
• Computer literacy
Preferred:
• Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic medical record
• BLS prior to hire
What you'll do
- The Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk performs various patient care activities to address patient needs and comfort under the direction of nursing leadership. They also manage non-professional services like time management and communication to ensure smooth coordination of the nursing station.
About Finger Lakes Health
UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides a full range of acute and long-term care health services to residents of the Finger Lakes region in Upstate New York. Finger Lakes Health is comprised of Geneva General Hospital, Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, The Homestead at Soldiers & Sailors, Huntington Living Center and the Living Centers at Geneva – North and South. Services are provided on three campuses located in Geneva, NY (Ontario County), Waterloo, NY (Seneca County) and Penn Yan, NY (Yates County). The 660-bed health system is governed by a common Board of Directors and is served by a common management team. With 85 active staff physicians, the health system offers a broad range of primary, specialty and sub-specialty services to residents of the Finger Lakes region. No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. Discounts for essential services at our outpatient clinics are offered based on family size and income.
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What does a Nursing Assistant do at Finger Lakes Health?
As a Nursing Assistant at Finger Lakes Health, you will: the Nursing Assistant/Unit Clerk performs various patient care activities to address patient needs and comfort under the direction of nursing leadership. They also manage non-professional services like time management and communication to ensure smooth coordination of the nursing station..
Is the Nursing Assistant position at Finger Lakes Health remote?
The Nursing Assistant position at Finger Lakes Health is based in City of Geneva, New York, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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