Arnot Health System·Village of Bath, New York
Assists nursing staff with basic patient care functions and maintains a clean, orderly environment for residents. Responsibilities include transporting residents, managing linens and laundry, and ensuring compliance with health center policies.
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Assists nursing staff by performing assigned functions of nursing care to patients under the direction of a licensed professional RN or LPN.
Reports to: Unit Nurse or Nursing Supervisor of assigned unit
Duties: And responsibilities:
1. Passes fluids of Resident's choice.
3. Assists resident to outside appointments as assigned.
6. Picks up soiled linen, observing correct standard precautions, policies and procedures.
8. Straightens resident's closets and dressers as needed.
10. Returns clothing racks/bins to appropriate storage area.
11. Cleans and organizes the pantries and utility rooms.
12. Removes trash from assigned areas as needed.
18. Dresses appropriately; is neat and clean and complies with dress code.
20. Complies with established break and meal times.
21. Arrives at work on time.
24. Demonstrates positive approach to staff and job responsibilities.
26. Makes suggestions for improvement to Supervisors/Nursing Administration. Reports unsafe conditions to appropriate persons.
27. Becomes familiar with and responds appropriately to fire, disaster, and other emergency procedures.
28. Cooperates and offers help to unit staff and other departmental personnel.
30. Has a working knowledge of Corporate Compliance regulations and promptly reports any potential Corporate Compliance violations to the Corporate Compliance Officer.
31. Is familiar with and demonstrates Continuous Quality Improvement principles and participates in the process as appropriate, focusing on meeting the customer service needs of the internal and external customer.
32. Must possess the highest ethical standards with respect to discretion and regard for confidential information.
**33. Provides age appropriate care to adult and geriatric patients/residents.
34. Is responsible for attending all mandatory educational programs as required by position including successful completion of orientation program and maintains 12 CEU's per year. (6 CEU's per 6 months)
35. In order to provide the highest quality care to our patients and residents, individuals may be required to work hours beyond those normally scheduled. Work schedules may be subject to change based on the needs of the department.
36. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.
High School Diploma, equivalent or experience preferred completing competencies.
Needs to be able to adjust to various staff members, changes in assignment due to Unit needs, being exposed to disagreeable odors, sights, body wastes, etc. Involves standing and walking most of the shift; also required to lift full laundry bags.
The job description reflects THC's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude and opportunity for medications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Candidates must be able to handle physical demands including standing, walking, and lifting laundry bags.
Market context
In New York, nursing roles like LPN positions are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and behavioral health settings. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer mental health, alcoholism, or chemical addiction experience, so a valid New York State LPN license and accredited nursing education matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight any relevant behavioral health experience.