CNA: Elevate Patient Care with Compassion & Teamwork

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in the United States is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to work closely with the health care team to deliver compassionate patient care. The CNA will assist with daily living activities, support RN/CNA hand-offs, and help ensure timely collection of vital signs and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes active listening, cultural sensitivity, and a patient-centered approach, with supervision by registered nurses.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) is required.
• CNA or NAREG certification is required.
• PA CNA certification or RN without BSN is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates genuine patient care with active listening and compassion.
• Participate in RN/CNA hand-offs and unit huddles.
• Collect and report vital signs as directed by medical staff.
• Document patient observations and communicate with nurses promptly.

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

Matriculated in an accredited BSN Nursing Program preferred; minimally completed the nursing foundations/fundamentals clinical course with a 3.0 GPA overall and in the nursing major.

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

CNA or NAREG (Required)

CNA Certification by the State of Pennsylvania or RN without a BSN Degree.

Job description

Penn Medicine in the United States is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to work closely with the health care team to deliver compassionate patient care. The CNA will assist with daily living activities, support RN/CNA hand-offs, and help ensure timely collection of vital signs and accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes active listening, cultural sensitivity, and a patient-centered approach, with supervision by registered nurses.