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Nurse Assistant ICU

Catholic Health

Kenmore, NYOn Site

Original Job Summary

Overview

The Nurse Assistant ICU at Catholic Health provides basic care to patients by supporting professional nursing staff in meeting patient needs. This position, based at Kenmore Mercy Hospital, requires maintaining a clean, safe, and neat environment and performing patient care activities under the supervision of a professional nurse.

Job Summary

Salary: 17.40-22.13 USD hourly. Part Time position with benefits; FTE: 0.613333.

Shift: Days and Evenings including Weekend and Holiday rotation. Hours: 7a-7p.

Eligible for the THRIVE program, which offers education and a Workforce Coach support during the first year.

Responsibilities and Requirements

  • Provide basic patient care and assistance to nursing staff.
  • Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient areas.
  • Follow hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Perform physical tasks such as balancing, stooping, kneeling, and lifting.
  • High school diploma or GED required; accredited nursing assistance course preferred.
  • Previous Nurse Assistant experience is preferred.

Key skills/competency

  • Patient Care
  • Nursing Assistance
  • ICU
  • Hospital Policy
  • Physical Activity
  • Safety Procedures
  • Communication
  • THRIVE Program
  • Team Collaboration
  • Work Ethics

How to Get Hired at Catholic Health

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Catholic Health's culture: Understand their mission and values.
  • Tailor your resume: Highlight patient care and ICU experience.
  • Emphasize certifications: Include nursing assistance training details.
  • Prepare for behavioral questions: Use specific care scenarios.
  • Follow application guidelines: Submit complete and accurate information.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review hospital safety procedures.
Study patient care protocols.
Understand ICU basics.
Practice relevant physical tasks.

Behavioral Questions

Describe teamwork in patient care.
Explain handling stressful shift situations.
Discuss previous care experience.
Elaborate on following hospital standards.