Nursing Assistant
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Morgantown dayshift $18/hr plus shift differential!
Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT)
Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass HealthAre you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health, we extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey. Access cutting-edge technology and collaborate within a supportive team, dedicating time to understand and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, ensuring the peace of mind you deserve in your professional journey. Welcome to a rewarding role where your contribution nurtures impactful care and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our WorldAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Joining us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about what they do; a definite benefit in our eyes. Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CPR certification required. The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other proteted classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Nursing Assistant
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Morgantown dayshift $18/hr plus shift differential!
Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT)
Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass HealthAre you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health, we extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey. Access cutting-edge technology and collaborate within a supportive team, dedicating time to understand and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, ensuring the peace of mind you deserve in your professional journey. Welcome to a rewarding role where your contribution nurtures impactful care and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our WorldAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Joining us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about what they do; a definite benefit in our eyes. Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CPR certification required. The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other proteted classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Nursing Assistant
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Morgantown dayshift $18/hr plus shift differential!
Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT)
Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass HealthAre you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health, we extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey. Access cutting-edge technology and collaborate within a supportive team, dedicating time to understand and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, ensuring the peace of mind you deserve in your professional journey. Welcome to a rewarding role where your contribution nurtures impactful care and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our WorldAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Joining us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about what they do; a definite benefit in our eyes. Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CPR certification required. The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other proteted classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Nursing Assistant
Posted today
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Morgantown dayshift $18/hr plus shift differential!
Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT)
Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass HealthAre you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health, we extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey. Access cutting-edge technology and collaborate within a supportive team, dedicating time to understand and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, ensuring the peace of mind you deserve in your professional journey. Welcome to a rewarding role where your contribution nurtures impactful care and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our WorldAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Joining us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about what they do; a definite benefit in our eyes. Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CPR certification required. The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other proteted classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Nursing Assistant
Posted today
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Morgantown dayshift $18/hr plus shift differential!
Nursing Assistant Career Opportunity (RNT)
Elevate Your Nursing Assistant Role at Encompass HealthAre you in search of a fulfilling career rooted in your community and heart? At Encompass Health, we extend a familial embrace from the outset, inviting you to be an influential presence in people's lives within your community. As a Nursing Assistant, your role extends beyond support, allowing you to utilize your specialized skills to provide compassionate, personalized care, and assist RNs in guiding patients through their rehabilitation journey. Access cutting-edge technology and collaborate within a supportive team, dedicating time to understand and help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience a fulfilling career with comprehensive benefits starting from day one, ensuring the peace of mind you deserve in your professional journey. Welcome to a rewarding role where your contribution nurtures impactful care and personal fulfillment.
A Glimpse into Our WorldAt Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Joining us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "Worlds Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and BenefitsOur benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one :
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about what they do; a definite benefit in our eyes. Realize Your Vision as a Nursing Assistant Assist nurses with patients and treatments as needed, including helping patients with daily personal activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
Prepare and transport patients and communicate patient concerns to nurses.
Build meaningful relationships with patients and their families, understanding their unique needs to facilitate their recovery.
Celebrate victories and milestones achieved by our patients. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CPR certification required. The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other proteted classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family, and let's make a positive impact together!
Nursing Assistant
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Community:
Friendship Village of South HillsAddress:
1290 Boyce RoadUpper St Clair, Pennsylvania 15241Pay Range
$15.00-$18.95+ HourlyLive your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.
At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our outstanding team as our new Nursing Assistant today!
A few details about the role:
- Provides supportive services to certified nursing assistants and other staff as needed and performs duties as assigned.
- Assists resident with meal delivery, delivers meal and fluids to resident.
- Ensures dining room is clean and ready for mealtimes such as set-up and clean-up of plates, utensils, napkins, and ensuring dining areas are clean after meals.
- Completes housekeeping duties in resident rooms while CNA's are providing care.
- Cleans dentures.
- Makes list of residents whose fingernails and toenails need trimming.
- Checks every call light for proper working order and document if any issues are seen as directed by a supervisor. Notify supervisor of issues immediately.
- Checks privacy curtains for cleanliness. Retrieve clean privacy curtain from laundry as needed and change.
- Assists with resident visitors as instructed.
- Assists resident with accessing electronic devices including tablet/iPad, phone, computer usage, internet, tv, etc.
- Takes dirty linen, trash and soiled clothing barrels to the laundry as needed. Retrieves clean linen, trash, and clothing barrels for the assigned unit to maintain par levels.
- Cleans medical equipment not in use, cleans soiled and clean utility rooms on assigned unit.
- Provides companion services as assigned such as but not limited to reading, table games, cards or other activity as requested by the resident.
- Assists with transporting resident to activities once the resident has been safely transferred into a wheelchair by certified staff.
- Delivers mail to residents as assigned.
- Posts activity calendars in resident rooms as assigned.
- Reports changes in a resident's condition to the resident's nurse and supervisor.
And here's what you need to apply:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Minimum of one year of experience preferred
Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and servers over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us!
Nursing Assistant
Posted 3 days ago
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With more than 60 locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including the leading-edge Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Center Valley, Pa., we specialize in treating the full range of major and minor injuries, complex illnesses and chronic conditions for patients and residents of all ages and abilities. We transform lives through our curiosity, creativity, expertise and innovation - all so that patients can take control and move forward on the path to independence.
- JOB SUMMARY
- Enhances the effectiveness of the clinical team by collecting patient data, responding to resident/patient requests, providing personal care, and maintaining the clinical environment.
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- PROVIDES PATIENT CARE
- By prioritizing, planning and completing patient care as assigned
- attending to personal care needs
- assisting with patient transfers and ambulation
- obtaining accurate vital signs and other clinical parameters and and specimens including: blood sugar readings, EKG's and drawn blood samples
- responding to patient requests
- requesting RN or LPN supervision with new or unfamiliar tasks.
- Reviews Policy and Procedures prior to performing tasks that are unfamiliar.
- By prioritizing, planning and completing patient care as assigned
- ESTABLISHES A COMPASSIONATE ENVIRONMENT
- By providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families and other associates.
- PROMOTES CUSTOMER SERVICE
- By greeting patients, visitors, and associates in person and on the telephone
- answering questions within the scope of practice
- relaying calls to patients
- giving directions
- and referring inquires to clinical staff and physicians.
- By greeting patients, visitors, and associates in person and on the telephone
- COMMUNICATES INFORMATION
- By collecting and documenting in the patient record
- providing clinical reports at regular intervals to fellow nursing assistants and nurses
- notifying RNs of significant findings or change in patient condition.
- By collecting and documenting in the patient record
- DOCUMENTS RESIDENT/PATIENT CARE SERVICES
- By recording information in the chart as soon as possible after collection
- recording intake/output totals at the end of shift or specified times
- records patient activity and care on the chart.
- By recording information in the chart as soon as possible after collection
- MAINTAINS PATIENT CONFIDENCE AND ORGANIZATIONAL CONFIDENTIALITY
- By keeping information confidential
- responding to patient requests using Tact and diplomacy.
- By keeping information confidential
- COLLECTS RESIDENT/PATIENT INFORMATION
- By operating patient care equipment, including blood glucose monitor, blood pressure cuffs, lifts and scales according to policy and procedure
- observing patient response to care
- engaging patient in conversation and acting upon responses or requests.
- By operating patient care equipment, including blood glucose monitor, blood pressure cuffs, lifts and scales according to policy and procedure
- PROVIDES A SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- By completing environmental rounds
- keeping patient rooms, supply rooms and hallways free from clutter
- applying infection control policies and procedures to daily practice
- and other unit specific equipment checks and maintenance duties
- meeting dress code requirements and maintaining adequate personal hygiene.
- By completing environmental rounds
- SUPPORTS UNIT EFFICIENCY
- By cleaning and restocking patient equipment
- assisting with cleaning and monitoring of equipment
- contribute to PI activities
- using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
- reporting maintenance and equipment issues per policy
- reporting to assigned unit on time, ready to meet the responsibilities of the position and Punching in and out as per Good Shepherd policy and maintaining Etime sheet as necessary.
- By cleaning and restocking patient equipment
- MAINTAINS TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
- By identifying own learning needs
- attending educational workshops
- by seeking resources to meet learning needs
- attending unit meetings
- reading unit memos and meeting minutes and meeting ongoing mandatory education requirements.
- By identifying own learning needs
- CONTRIBUTES TO ORGANIZATIONAL TEAM EFFORT
- By arriving on duty as scheduled; maintaining attendance
- demonstrating flexibility in response to change
- acting as support personnel and perform assigned duties independently to allow licensed associates to complete their responsibilities
- by offering to assist other associates with patient care and unit activities that arise throughout the shift.
- Participate in orienting new employees
- By arriving on duty as scheduled; maintaining attendance
- PROVIDES PATIENT CARE
- QUALIFICATIONS
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education
- High School Diploma required
- Work Experience
- 1 year acute or long term experience preferred
- Licenses / Certifications
- Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required
- Education
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Certified Nursing Assistant
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Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity
(LONG TERM CARE)
(SHORT TERM REHAB)
(SKILLED NURSING)
Now Hiring - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Greensburg, PA
The Rehabilitaion & Nursing Center at Greater Pittsburgh, 15601
The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for, but not limited to:
1. Basic patient care under direction of nursing staff
2. Perform duties, such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens.
3. Active nursing aide certification in the state of operation.
4. Prefer experience with patients of all ages in a SNF setting. Dedication to quality care.
Position Requirements:
- Must be a certified or state tested Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of the state.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
- Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
- Must have patience tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
Nursing Assistant-Trainee
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We want to welcome you, to be considered to join our Team of dedicated and supportive nurses and CNAs and have the chance to serve alongside them, as you start your career in Skilled Nursing here at Willow Valley Communities. Know that you will be building a strong foundation as you start your CNA career in a positive and resourceful environment, with a high standard of care.
Dependability is key to a career in Nursing, which is why our 15-day course, requires perfect attendance. Our class runs Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, for those 15 days. General Orientation will be 8/6/2025 from 8am-4:45pm, with the Nursing Assistant Training running from 11/17/ /09/2025 7am-3:30pm for those 15 days, M-F.
Upon graduation, you will join the Willow Valley Communities Team and start training on the nursing unit you were hired for until you sit for your State Certification Exam. Once you pass this exam, you will officially be a Certified Nursing Assistant on staff here at Willow Valley Communities.
Each candidate being considered for the class, must be willing to work Full-Time or Part-Time (at least 24 hours per week). We do not accept POOL or PRN candidates for the class.
Shift times and position availability are below.
6:30am-3pm (Day Shift - Very Limited Availability)
2:30pm-11pm (Evening Shift)
10:30pm-7am (Night Shift - Limited Availability)
Opportunities with WVC:
- Excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision
- Generous PTO package
- Career growth opportunities
- Resident Sponsored Scholarships to pursue your nursing career
- Weekly Pay
- Use of amenities, such as our fitness center, spa, cafes and swimming pools
- Plus many more
Apply today and become a member of our Willow Valley team!
Nursing Assistant- Rehab
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**Purpose:**
Provides routine patient care and support services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by nurse or physician, to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care is maintained at all times. Minimally must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core responsibilities for nursing assistants: blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care delivery including, but not limited to, performing messenger functions, ordering, charging/crediting supplies, setting up patient care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position and stocking patient rooms and unit supply areas.
+ Contribute to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
+ Demonstrate awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
+ Maintain an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including, but not limited to, completing safety checks, keeping the department and patient rooms clean and organized, cleaning department specific equipment, changing bed linens, emptying linen hampers, keeping hallways clear of equipment and returning equipment.
+ Assure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
+ Assume responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.
+ Maintain current CPR certification at Heart Saver level.
+ Deliver patient nourishments, fill water pitchers and distribute patient mail.
+ Provide diversion activities to reduce or prevent use of restraints.
+ Understands and implements the rehabilitation routine and philosophy including FIMS within the scope of practice.
+ Successfully completes FIM exam as required bi-annually.
+ Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.
+ May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
+ Document in the medical record according to established procedures.
+ Provide direct patient care as directed by the RN including all activities of daily living such as but not limited to bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting and ambulating patients.
+ Constructively receive feedback and direction.
+ Participate in self-review as requested by the unit director.
+ Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.
+ Establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
+ Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information.
+ Provide companionship/supervision one in one with patients as required.
+ Suggest and support changes within the department.
+ Respond within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations.
+ Perform routine tests such as blood glucose monitoring, patient weights, vital signs and I&Os.
+ Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance.
+ Identify and communicates learning needs to the unit director.
+ Request assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.
+ Provide feedback to the RN regarding patient care and report changes in patient status.
High school diploma or equivalent .If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant training program or Nursing Student that has completed one Clinical Rotation .Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse?
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**