Nursing Assistant – UPMC Greene Position Available In Greene, Pennsylvania

Nursing Assistant – UPMC Greene 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Waynesburg, PA 15370 •Join Our Compassionate Care Team at UPMC Greene!•Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? UPMC Greene is seeking dedicated and caring individuals to join our team as Nursing Assistants. In this vital role, you’ll provide hands-on support to patients and collaborate with a skilled healthcare team in a fast-paced, rewarding environment. Whether you’re beginning your healthcare journey or looking to grow within a respected organization, this is your opportunity to thrive in a role that truly matters.

Responsibilities:

Provides 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. Maintains 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. Acquires and distributes 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. Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers and distributes patient mail. Performs the UPMC nursing core responsibilities for nursing assistants: blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints per physician or hospital protocol.

Schedule:

6PM-6:30AM & 6AM-6:30PM. Rotating 12 hour shifts! Rotating days, weekends, and holidays. 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. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

BLS required within 30 days of hire/transfer Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran