Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG Tec East Hampton Emergency Department Per Diem Night

About the Role

The Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG Tech works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing specific care to assigned patients, administering simple treatments, and providing bedside care. This role promotes cooperation, a positive attitude, and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff while adhering to established hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists Registered Nurse with nursing care of assigned patients according to established policies and procedures.
• Takes and records temperatures, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure accurately.
• Documents patient care, vital signs, and intake/output (I&O) in the Hospital Information System.
• Performs EKGs.
• Provides for the general comfort, welfare, and safety of patients.
• Handles ward clerk duties as needed, including computer entry, ED log maintenance, and managing heavy phone volume.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient work areas and patient care unit equipment.
• Responds to patient call lights promptly and provides necessary assistance.
• Other duties as deemed appropriate by Management.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Current BLS provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum 6 months of working experience in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to lift and transport patients.
• Possession of or ability to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities during the probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications

• NYS Certified Nursing Assistant license or certification.
• One year of patient care experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer knowledge.

Physical Demands

• Standing and walking 95% of the day.
• Heavy lifting and transporting patients.
• Visual and auditory acuity.
• May require travel to other locations to support operational needs.
• May require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This position may be designated as “essential,” requiring employees to remain at work or report to work during institutional emergencies.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen.
• Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Pay

$27.03 per hour.

Schedule

Per Diem.

About the Employer

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, part of Stony Brook Medicine, provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the village of Southampton, the hospital serves a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners, and vacationers, with a population that increases from about 75,000 in the winter to over 300,000 in the summer. The hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers.

StaffCo, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees, responsible for employment, payroll, human resources, and labor relations. Employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY.