Nursing Assistant - Radiology Full Time Evening

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Radiology Nursing Aide / Assistant works under the direct supervision of a Radiology Technologist / Registered Nurse. Performs specific care to assigned patients, transportation and providing bedside care. Observes patients for change of condition and communicates same. Assists in keeping patient and work area neat, clean and stocked. Promotes cooperation, a positive attitude and creates a safe environment for both patients and staff. Responsible for knowing and adhering to established hospital policies and procedures, including all aspects of safety. Possible rotation to cover off-sites as required.

Radiology Nursing Aide / Assistant will transport patients within the hospital from unit to unit, or modality, and aide the patient on and off the examination table / stretcher / bed. Transport / move medical related items-specimens, equipment, medical records, lab results and mail. Responsible to adhere to all safety precautions to maintain a safe environment. Maintains logs and / or documents in the patient record when a patient or medical related item arrives at the appropriate destination. Order supplies for imaging departments. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Must be able to answer phone and communicate between other departments and radiologist. Stock exam rooms and linens. Assist patients in ADL-including toileting and ambulatory.

Radiology Nursing Aide / Assistant, when assigned to MRI as the second staff member, is required to notify the MRI Technologist prior to leaving Zone 3.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Identifies patients using patient ID bracelet before performing care.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge routine.
• Aides patient onto the examination table / stretcher or bed with care and compassion.
• Takes temperatures, pulse and respirations in an accurate manner if required.
• Takes and records blood pressures in an accurate manner.
• Obtains routine specimens such as urine, stool, sputum, etc.; labels properly and delivers to proper place in timely manner.
• Physically handles patients with care at all stages to avoid pain and prevent injury.
• Displays good interpersonal skills.
• Applies ice caps and collars.
• Monitors (does not adjust) IV's for level of solution, rate of flow, infiltration, leakage or reactions and reports IV's to nursing personnel.
• Assists patients with bedpan, commode and to the bathroom.
• Positions patients using proper body mechanics.
• Reports pertinent change in patient condition to the Team Leader.
• Utilizes appropriate body substance isolation as required.
• Documents patient care, vital signs and I&O in an accurate manner.
• Follows infection control practices and procedures for safety of patients, co-workers, and self. Adheres to established BSI policies and procedures.
• Keeps work areas clean, is compliant with Infection Control Policies.
• Follows hospital hand washing policy-demonstrates appropriate hand washing.
• Disposes of sharps, medications, and medical waste in accordance with hospital policy.
• Possible exposure to blood, body fluids and ionizing radiation.

QUALIFICATIONS :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Special Notes :     Resume / CV should be included with the online application.

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements :

Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and / or revocation of the employment offer.

Company Overview :

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by  Newsday  among large employers (defined as having 500 employees).

StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duty organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization law. StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees and is responsible for employment, including promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining.StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resource services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits.  SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.

Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes.  Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY.  The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board.

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.