CNA/PCT - Admission/Discharge Unit

UPMC International; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Generous benefits package

PTO from day one

Job summary

UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant for the Admission/Discharge Unit. The role focuses on keeping admitted patients comfortable and ensuring discharged patients have accurate vitals, including IV removal and pre-discharge needs.

The position offers a consistent day shift with no weekends or holidays, a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, and a generous benefits package with PTO from day one.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant with a passion for patient experience.
• Organized and detail-oriented, even under pressure.
• Committed to supporting patients and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.
• Supports department changes and quality initiatives.
• Adheres to safety policies and hospital procedures, including standard precautions.
• Communicates clearly with the health care team and respects cultural diversity.
• Provides patient care and assists with activities of daily living and procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

UPMC Western Maryland is looking for a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant to support our Admission/Discharge Unit! This employee will keep admission patients comfortable and ensuring discharge patients have accurate and up to date vital signs. They will also remove IVs and make sure all patient needs are met pre-discharge.

This is a full-time, day shift position that doesn't require weekends or holidays! If you're experienced in patient care and looking for a consistent day shift schedule, make sure to take a look at the details below!

What we're looking for:

• A Certified Nursing Assistant with a passion for patient experience. Someone who is organized and detailed, even in moments of pressure. Someone who is committed to showing up for their patients and coworkers.

What we can offer:

• A consistent, day shift schedule. No weekends or holidays!
• A $5,000 sign on bonus with a two-year commitment to eligible candidates.
• A generous full time benefits package - start earning PTO on your very first day!
• A work environment where you can grow. A career ladder designed to help you acheive your personal and professional goals.

Responsibilities:

• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
• Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
• Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
• Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
• Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
• Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.
• Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
• Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. Request’s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes inpatient status.
• Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: 12-lead EKGs, phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia and NG tubes clamping and removal.