Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States
About the Role
This position serves as a vital member of the healthcare team, dedicated to providing direct and indirect nursing care with a strong focus on patient well-being. The role requires demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary environment. Key responsibilities include assisting with simple procedures, initiating CPR, and supporting the patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes. The incumbent must possess a solid understanding of normal growth and development and be prepared to respond dynamically to changing patient needs.
Beyond clinical duties, this role emphasizes team spirit and unit morale, often acting as a preceptor for new Critical Care Technicians (CT). The position involves active participation in quality improvement initiatives, maintaining a safe work environment, and upholding ethical principles in decision-making. A commitment to personal and professional development is essential, as is the ability to maintain positive public relations and effectively convey critical patient information.
Work Schedule
This role operates on a rotating schedule featuring night shifts every other weekend and holidays.
Hiring Process & Application Instructions
Internal Applicants Only: Internal candidates will be considered exclusively for the first 10 days of the job posting.
Recruitment Contact: For inquiries, please contact the Nursing Recruitment office.
Equal Opportunity & Compliance
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity is permitted to ask or mandate that an applicant provide current or prior compensation history until a conditional offer of employment has been extended. If you have been asked for this information prior to receiving an offer, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Work location
Work model: On-site
420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States
City of Syracuse, New York
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleInitiate CPR and respond to changing patient needs collaboratively
- check_circlePerform direct and indirect nursing care activities including assisting with simple procedures
- check_circleMake clinical decisions based on ethical principles and patient safety
- check_circleMaintain a safe work environment and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- check_circleAssist with the admitting, transfer, and discharge process for patients
- check_circleAct as a preceptor for new clinical technicians and support unit morale
- check_circleObtain, record, and exchange patient information effectively with the healthcare team
Requirements
- verifiedOne year of paid patient care experience
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Day-to-day, the Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE will initiate cpr and respond to changing patient needs collaboratively; perform direct and indirect nursing care activities including assisting with simple procedures; make clinical decisions based on ethical principles and patient safety; and maintain a safe work environment and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
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To qualify for the Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE position, applicants should have: One year of paid patient care experience.
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Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE is based in 420, East Genesee Street, Downtown, City of Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13202, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Upstate MEDICINE has listed this Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) role as on-site.
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Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE include CPR; and Nursing Care.
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Nursing Assistant 2 (HCT) at Upstate MEDICINE is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Upstate MEDICINE
Upstate MEDICINE operates within the Hospitals and Health Care sector, serving as a central pillar of medical excellence in Syracuse, New York. As the Department of Medicine at Upstate Medical University, the organization integrates clinical practice with academic rigor across twelve distinct divisions. Its core mission focuses on enhancing community health through a triad of education, biomedical research, and direct patient care.
The department draws upon a long history of educational achievement and has generated significant contributions to the field of biomedical science. Medical professionals and staff deliver comprehensive clinical services to a vast patient population. This catchment area extends from Pennsylvania to the Canadian border, encompassing over sixteen countries within Upstate New York. The organization remains dedicated to sustaining its legacy of excellence while meeting the diverse healthcare needs of the region it serves.
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