Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Lewiston, NY, US

$23 - $24 / hour

Your future role at a glance

Location: Lewiston, NY

Facility: Our Lady of Peace

Department/Specialty: Nursing Unit - Ascension Living

Schedule: Rotating | PRN

Salary: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

Retirement: 403(b) plan
Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Assist with basic patient care activities.

Assist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN).
Assist patients with tending to personal care, activities of daily living and transfers/transport.
Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assist with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly.
Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action as appropriate.
Assist in providing care appropriate to a specific population by facilitating time and individualized
care of assigned patients.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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