Patient Escort (CNA & HHA Only )
- BLS
- CNA certification
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$23 an hour. Open patient transporter jobs in New York post a median of $20 an hour, the middle half $19.52–$23.33, across 23 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Patient transporters employed in New York earn a median of $22.40 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Patient / Resident Escort Position (part time) is available for a 280 Skilled Nursing Facility in Far Rockaway, Queens.
Nursing Home experience a plus..
HHA: $18hr
CNA :23
Summary
As a Patient Escort, you will be essential in ensuring the safe and efficient transport of patients within the healthcare facility. Reporting to the nursing staff, your role will involve providing compassionate patient care and support, particularly in nursing home environments. Core skills in basic life support and hospital experience will be vital, while your premium skills in home and community care will enhance patient interactions. Additionally, relevant experience in critical care transport will be beneficial in managing patients with specific needs, contributing to a seamless healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients in moving to and from various locations within the healthcare facility, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Provide basic life support and patient care as needed, responding promptly to any medical emergencies.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to facilitate smooth transitions for patients, particularly those with critical care needs.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment in accordance with hospital standards, drawing on prior nursing home experience.
- Support home and community care initiatives by engaging with patients and their families to enhance their overall experience.
Qualifications
- Basic life support certification
- Experience in patient care within a nursing home setting
- Familiarity with hospital protocols and procedures
- Knowledge of critical care transport methods
- Skills in home and community care services
- Ability to assist patients with mobility and daily activities
- CNA License Required
From Ocean Gardens Care Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Ocean Gardens Care Center
Ocean Gardens Care Center is a 280 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Ocean Gardens Care Center, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Arverne, NY, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and mental health staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Ocean Gardens Care Center
Based in Arverne, NYHires in New YorkPay on its listings: 73.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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