Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Orthopedics & Trauma, 6 East, WAGE

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

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking a Nurse Aide to provide patient care and administrative support. In this role, you will assist patients with personal care, record vital signs, and help ensure a safe environment. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start their healthcare career, requiring no previous experience and offering on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Must obtain CNA certification within 4 months of hire.
• AHA Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with personal care for optimal recovery.
• Captures and records patient data.
• Documents all patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Completion of state-approved Nurse Aide education program

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.

6 East is a 30 bed acute care unit with a diverse patient population including orthopedics, ortho/trauma, urology and plastics. We have a Joint Commission certified Total Joint Program that is driven by multiple protocols and collaboration among the interdisciplinary team. We are also certified with the International Geriatric Fracture Society for our Hip Fracture patient population. All beds are capable of cardiac monitoring, end-tidal CO2 and pulse oximetry. Apply today!

TIME TYPE: WAGE
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.

• 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.
• Captures and records patient data, such as vital signs, weights and measurement of intake and output.
• Reports changes in patient condition and abnormal findings in patient data promptly to the registered nurse.
• Assists patient with personal hygiene needs.
• Assists patient with ADLs, exercise and ambulation.
• Obtains, labels and forwards specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Documents all patient care activities.
• Assists professional healthcare staff with performing physical examinations and patient procedures.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Observes for environmental factors affecting patient/staff safety on an ongoing basis. Reports any potential hazards immediately.
• Identifies patients prior to any intervention.
• Maintains safe transfer and patient positioning practices.
• Cleans equipment and performs safety checks as directed.
• Reports incidents involving patients, staff and/or visitors promptly to RN or supervisor using the institution’s quality reporting process.
• Demonstrates knowledge of institution’s fire/emergency/infection control programs.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Completes medical record duties, including file maintenance and record keeping as directed.
• Completes supply stocking, inventory and ordering as directed.
• Performs additional duties as directed, including but not limited to scheduling diagnostic procedures, meeting and greeting patients, or delivering specific supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• Achieves and maintains competency in the use of equipment (i.e., lifting and moving patients).
• Identifies strengths and opportunities for professional development and goals for self-improvement.
• Completes annual mandatory training activities and regulatory in-service requirements with-in established timeframes.
• 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. Must have completed a state-approved Nurse Aide education program or have completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course as a student nurse.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: Obtains Certification as Nurse Aide (CNA) in the Commonwealth of Virginia within 4 months of hire or is astudent nurse who has successfully completed the Fundamentals of Nursing course. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequent bending and stooping; proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.