Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant - Detox (Per Diem) - Greenport, NY (#T10023)

Previous experience in a Nursing Assistant role in a hospital, nursing home, or ambulatory care setting preferred.

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant. Under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), the Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Nursing Assistant supports patients in tasks they cannot perform independently, such as mobilization, bathing, eating, and communication, while ensuring comfort, safety, and a therapeutic environment.

Physical requirements of the Nursing Assistant:

• Lift or assist patients from bed to chair or standing position.
• Respond quickly in emergencies and communicate effectively.
• Use stairs and carry semi-heavy equipment when needed.
• Walk, reach overhead, and maintain physical endurance.
• Communicate clearly in oral and written formats with patients and team members

Schedule of the Nursing Assistant:

• This is a Per Diem position
• Shift: Variable
• Shift Hours: Varied

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new grads and advanced practitioners to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Patient Care Technician (PCT) certification preferred.

Benefits

• The salary for this position is $25.58 /hr