Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Thoracic Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (TCV ICU), Part Time

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as a part-time nursing aide, where you will play a crucial role in patient care and recovery. This position in the Thoracic Cardiovascular ICU involves assisting patients with personal care, performing basic nursing tasks, and ensuring a safe environment. The role offers flexible shifts, a supportive team, and the chance to contribute to high-quality healthcare. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while working alongside recognized medical professionals. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to grow in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus for qualified candidates

Flexible shifts

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification and BLS certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care for optimal recovery.
• Perform basic nursing skills under RN supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Nursing Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

CNA Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers.

Culture, vision, and innovation—these are just a few reasons why UVA Health is an employer of choice for healthcare professionals not only in Virginia, but throughout the healthcare industry. Led by the input, ideas, and insights from our team members, we are resolute in our mission to transform health and inspire hope for all Virginians and beyond.

When you join UVA Health, you will become part of a team of nationally recognized physicians, nurses, surgeons, and specialists known for their quality of care, positive outcomes, innovative treatments, technologies and research.

Your next opportunity awaits you! The 20 bed Thoracic Cardiovascular ICU (TCV ICU) serves patients who undergo such cardiac, vascular, and thoracic surgical procedures as CABG, valve replacement/repair, heart transplantation, and lung transplantation. Patients include those who require re-do sternotomy, as well as mini-sternotomy, TAVR procedures, esophagectomy, pneumonectomy, aortic aneurysm repair, and CABG/valve combination procedures. Nurses care for patients who require a variety of mechanical circulatory support devices, as well as ECMO. Patients are recovered in the TCV ICU postoperatively, where they stay for a minimum of 24 hours or longer, as needed to wean ventilatory support and vasoactive infusions. Apply Today!

Sign on bonus offer to qualified candidates with 12 month work commitment to UVA Health

TIME TYPE: PART TIME (2, 12 Hour Shifts per week: 07:00-19:30 DAYS, 19:00-07:30 NIGHTS)
SHIFT: ROTATING

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of Medical Center professionals in an inpatient or outpatient setting or in a patient’s home.

• Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $15.37 - $23.82 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.

Licensure: Certified Nursing Aide certification (CNA) through the Virginia Board of Nursing. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.