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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician / Senior Nursing Attendant - Hoag 6-Medicine-CAPD, Part-Time, Nights.
In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
- Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights
- Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
- Assists in the collection of data for the units Quality and Performance Improvement Program that includes patient satisfaction and other measures.
- Assists the nurse in the review and corrective action plans regarding patient/family response, and satisfaction.
- Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
- Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
- Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
- Participates in the orientation process of other patient care technicians. Participates in unit meetings and conferences.
- Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians.
- Demonstrates an awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures.
- Assists in supporting unit activities as requested. Assists in emergency situations as directed.
- Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
- Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
- Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures per unit / service operations.
- Verbally and non-verbally communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
- Observes general behavior and reports same to the registered nurse to whom assigned.
- Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed.
- Provides assistance to patients in the activities as applicable.
- Completes delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse.
- Uses a clear, caring and respectful communication style with patients and families, nurses and other members of the health care team. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
- Answers patients call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity, and reports those requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient.
- Reports all observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse.
- Provides for security of patients personal property, and handles valuables according to hospital procedure. Maintains cleanliness of the nursing unit as appropriate to position. (i.e., utility room, unit refrigerators, etc.).
- Gives direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escort, dietary and other health care employees.
- Assists in having patient ready for scheduled appointments including placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair.Runs errands to other departments, including but not limited to, the delivery of specimens and equipment.
- Assists in keeping patient environment, patient equipment and patient care areas/units clean, safe and orderly.
- Ensures that necessary equipment and supplies are present in the patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Patient Care Technician Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program w/ at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) w/ at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.
Senior Nursing Attendant Minimum Qualifications: 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..
Required Licenses: 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.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $30.57 - $30.57 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician / Senior Nursing Attendant - Hoag 6-Medicine-CAPD, Part-Time, Nights.
In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
- Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights
- Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
- Assists in the collection of data for the units Quality and Performance Improvement Program that includes patient satisfaction and other measures.
- Assists the nurse in the review and corrective action plans regarding patient/family response, and satisfaction.
- Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
- Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
- Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
- Participates in the orientation process of other patient care technicians. Participates in unit meetings and conferences.
- Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians.
- Demonstrates an awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures.
- Assists in supporting unit activities as requested. Assists in emergency situations as directed.
- Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
- Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
- Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures per unit / service operations.
- Verbally and non-verbally communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
- Observes general behavior and reports same to the registered nurse to whom assigned.
- Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed.
- Provides assistance to patients in the activities as applicable.
- Completes delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse.
- Uses a clear, caring and respectful communication style with patients and families, nurses and other members of the health care team. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
- Answers patients call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity, and reports those requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient.
- Reports all observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse.
- Provides for security of patients personal property, and handles valuables according to hospital procedure. Maintains cleanliness of the nursing unit as appropriate to position. (i.e., utility room, unit refrigerators, etc.).
- Gives direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escort, dietary and other health care employees.
- Assists in having patient ready for scheduled appointments including placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair.Runs errands to other departments, including but not limited to, the delivery of specimens and equipment.
- Assists in keeping patient environment, patient equipment and patient care areas/units clean, safe and orderly.
- Ensures that necessary equipment and supplies are present in the patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Patient Care Technician Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program w/ at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) w/ at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.
Senior Nursing Attendant Minimum Qualifications: 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..
Required Licenses: 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.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $30.57 - $30.57 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
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Who's Hiring
- NYU Langone Health21
- County of Los Angeles2
- State of Indiana1
- University Health1
- Montefiore Einstein1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing attendant jobs.
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or state nursing aide registry listing
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an accredited provider
- Ability to perform activities of daily living support including bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Experience with patient mobility assistance including transfers, repositioning, and ambulation
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems and accurate documentation practices
- High school diploma or GED equivalent as a minimum education requirement
Tips for Your Nursing Attendant Job Search
List certifications before work history
Nursing attendant listings screen heavily on credentials. Put your CNA certificate, CPR card, and any state-specific licenses at the top of your resume so hiring managers see them before reading your experience. Buried credentials slow down your application.
Tailor your resume to care setting
Skills valued in a memory care unit differ from those in a post-acute rehab facility. Match your resume language to the setting in each job posting. Mentioning Hoyer lift operation matters for long-term care but not necessarily for outpatient roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nursing attendant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by shift and unit type
Night shifts and weekend rotations often have less competition than day shifts. If you're open to those hours, filter for them deliberately. You'll reach the interview stage faster, and shift flexibility is a real negotiating asset once you have an offer.
Prepare scenario answers around resident safety
Interviewers for nursing attendant roles consistently ask behavioral questions about fall prevention, patient agitation, and reporting protocols. Write out two or three real examples from clinical rotations or prior roles before your interview so your answers are concrete, not general.
Follow up within two business days
Healthcare facilities fill nursing attendant positions quickly. A brief follow-up email after your interview, referencing a specific moment from the conversation, keeps you visible without being pushy and signals the reliability that care teams depend on every shift.
Nursing Attendant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nursing attendants?
The companies hiring the most nursing attendants right now include NYU Langone Health, County of Los Angeles, and State of Indiana, with the largest share of openings in New York, Oregon, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially high at long-term care networks and multi-site hospital systems.
How many nursing attendant jobs are remote?
About 0% of nursing attendant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most care roles. The sub-areas most likely to include remote options are telehealth support, care coordination documentation, and administrative scheduling positions attached to nursing attendant teams.
How do you become a nursing attendant?
To become a nursing attendant, complete a state-approved nursing assistant training program, which typically combines classroom instruction with supervised clinical hours. After training, pass your state's competency evaluation to earn CNA certification and get listed on the state nursing aide registry. Once certified, you can apply to open positions at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, or rehabilitation centers.
Can you get hired as a nursing attendant with no experience?
Yes, many employers hire nursing attendants with no prior paid experience if you hold a current CNA certification and have completed your clinical training hours. Entry points that favor new candidates include long-term care facilities, group homes, and home health agencies. Highlighting clinical rotation experience on your resume and showing openness to night or weekend shifts improves your chances significantly.
What does the nursing attendant interview process look like?
Most nursing attendant interviews involve a phone screen with a recruiter followed by an in-person meeting with a charge nurse or nursing supervisor. You should expect behavioral questions about handling difficult residents, maintaining dignity during personal care, and reporting safety concerns. Some facilities also conduct a brief skills check or ask you to walk through a patient transfer scenario before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to nursing attendant jobs?
You can find and apply to nursing attendant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification, preferred care setting, and location, then apply directly to each position that fits.
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