Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG Tec Emergency Department Per Diem

Position Summary

The Nursing Assistant/Ward Clerk/EKG Tech works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. He/she performs specific care to assigned patients, administering simple treatments and providing bedside care. The Nursing Assistant observes patients for change of condition and communicates same. He/she assists in keeping patient and work areas neat, clean and stocked. He/she also promotes cooperation, a positive attitude and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff.

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 in an accurate manner.
• Documents patient care, vital signs, I&O in Hospital Information System.
• Performs EKGs.
• Provides for the general comfort, welfare, and safety of patients.
• Ward clerk duties as needed including but not limited to computer entry, ED log maintenance, heavy phone volume.
• Maintains cleanliness of patient work area and patient care unit equipment.
• Responds to patient call lights promptly and provides necessary assistance.
• Other duties as deemed appropriate by Management.

Required Experience And Qualifications

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

Preferred Experience And Qualifications

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

Physical Demands

• Standing, walking 95% of day.
• Heavy lifting and transporting patients.
• Visual and auditory acuity.

Special Notes

Resume/CV should be included with the online application. Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.