Care Partner 2- Float Pool

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking dedicated nursing assistants to join their compassionate team. The role involves providing essential patient support and adhering to established care guidelines in a dynamic healthcare setting. Ideal candidates will exhibit a strong commitment to patient care and collaboration, with opportunities for career growth and training available from day one.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for patient and team interactions.
• Willingness to adhere to HIPAA and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under direct supervision of a registered nurse.
• Report information accurately to registered nurses.
• Assist with clerical duties for assigned patients.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Respect for confidentiality

Job description

Join Our Compassionate Nursing Team!

As a nursing assistant in our busy hospital, you’ll provide essential support to patients and staff, collaborate with a dedicated team, and thrive in a caring, fast-paced environment. This is a great entry-level role if you're looking to explore the healthcare field with an organization where you can grow in your career. With self-scheduling and many departments to explore, this could be a great fit for anyone. We train you on everything you need to know from day one — all while getting paid. If you’re passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Accountable and responsible for the provision of patient care and comfort under the direct supervision of a registered nurse according to established standards, policies, and procedures of UPMC Washington.
• Accurately report information to the registered nurse.
• Assist with clerical responsibilities for assigned patients.
• Be competent in considering patient population specific age, developmental stages, and unique needs of the assigned population.
• Maintain the strictest confidentiality.
• Adhere to all established HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Follow all guidelines related to electronic records, charts, documents, reports, and other organizational policies to ensure patient and family privacy and security.
• Understand and respect the needs and expectations of patients and families to provide patient and family-centered care.
• Use appropriate, courteous, respectful, unbiased verbal and written communication skills when interacting with patients, families, visitors, and team members.

Schedule

Rotating days, weekends, and holidays. Rotating 12-hour shifts: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM, 10:30 AM - 11:00 PM, 2:30 PM - 3:00 AM, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM, 10:30 PM - 11:00 AM. May be required to work other shifts as needed.