Nursing Assistant

Nursing Assistant

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

• Assists in preparation of the unit and patient rooms for receiving admissions transfers and post-operative patients. Assures cleanliness of room. Assures room is adequately stocked.

·         Uses proper body mechanics when positioning lifting turning and ambulating patients. Applies and uses appropriate equipment as needed.

·         Understands and implements the measures used to reduce the risk of health associated infections.

·         Reports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient to the LPN/Registered Nurse in a timely manner.

·         Assists with the admission transport transfer and discharge of patients including the care of personal property and clothing. Lists the belongings flow sheet. Labels belongings bed and hospital equipment with patient identification. Orients newly admitted patients to surroundings. Receives and acknowledges patients independent of assignment. Assures collection of all belongings at the time of transfer/discharge.

·         Demonstrates ability to provide safe care to patients. 

·         Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessary. Provides catheters care daily and/or as needed. Reports any pertinent observations to LPN/RN.

·         Accurately takes vital signs and records in patient record promptly. Reports to LPN/RN promptly.

·         Distribute water records correct intake and output when indicated within shift.

·         Obtains and labels specimens accurately I.e. sputum stool urine maintaining precautions at all times.

·         Prepares patients for surgery and/or other procedures including prep and clip vital sign taking and recording assisting patient with bathing and/or voiding and removing and securing dentures jewelry and other belongings.

·         Weigh patients as assigned; records weights and alerts RN to any weight gain/loss.

·         Makes frequent patient rounds at least every two (2) hours. Repositions for comfort and offers bathroom assistance.

·         Assists RN with post-mortem care including labeling and securing of all patient valuables.

·         Provides patient care as directed by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: enemas sitz baths applying and removing ice bags k-pads binders and/or pelvic/buck's traction blood glucose monitoring and simple dress changes. 

·        All other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

·         State of Florida Nursing Assistant Certification Preferred

·         BLS Certification Required

·         1 year of experience preferred

·         High School Diploma preferred

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for selected positions and more!