Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant - Manhasset OR

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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Ambulatory Surgery Patient Support Assistant - Manhasset OR.

In this role, the successful candidate Provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, supporting clinical, procedural, and unit-based operations in the ASC setting. Ensures a safe, clean, and efficient patient care environment while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and supporting the surgical team with equipment, supply, and procedural readiness.

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
• Perform vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation, respirations), weight, and intake/output tracking; report abnormalities to RN.
• Conduct patient rounds to address comfort, safety, and personal needs; respond promptly to call lights.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including patient preparation, belongings management, and escorting.
• Support basic clinical tasks such as specimen collection, simple treatments, enema support, oxygen and suction setup.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition.

• Ensure operating/procedural rooms and units are stocked and prepared with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Provide direct assistance to surgical/procedural teams.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sterile technique and infection prevention practices.
• Assist with patient preparation for procedures.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient care environment.
• Manage equipment readiness, stocking, and supply accountability.
• Follow infection control, safety, and hazardous materials protocols.
• Assist in emergency situations and respond to clinical alarms.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Deliver compassionate, respectful, culturally competent care.
• Respond to patient and family concerns appropriately.

• Complete delegated tasks from nursing staff and support workflow.
• Assist with patient transport and unit operations.
• Participate in meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support onboarding and guidance of new staff.

• Maintain competencies and complete required training.
• Demonstrate accountability for patient care and resources.
• Seek learning opportunities and request assistance when needed.

To qualify you must have a High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position.

Competencies:

Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities, other language an asset;
Strong customer service and communication skills.

Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

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