Nurse Assistant 5MW MHB

Facility: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo Shift: Shift 1 Status: Part Time w/Benefits FTE: 0.626666 Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133 Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation Hours: 7:00am-7:15pm Summary: Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the patients and/or nursing unit.

Responsibilities

EDUCATION

High School or GED BLS within six (6) months of hire/transfer EXPERIENCE No prior experience needed KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, walking. Desire and skill to meet the needs of acute care patients. Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care.

To assist other hospital staff in direct patient care. Computer literate Ability to read with comprehension WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to cope with stress and handle multiple priorities is required Obligation to conserve supplies, equipment and time in a cost-effective environment May also be exposed to communicable diseases