Compassionate CNA: Patient-Centered Care Champion

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is dedicated to patient care, research, and education. The CNA interacts with patients at the most intimate level and supports the healthcare team under RN supervision, participating in hand-offs, unit huddles, and timely data reporting.

The role stresses safety, compassionate care, and cultural sensitivity, with attention to patient independence and dignity. Equal opportunity employer; Penn Medicine emphasizes employee health benefits and professional development as part of its

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED required.
• CNA or NAREG required.
• CNA certification by PA or RN without BSN required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates genuine care for the patient with active listening and responsive care.
• Participate in RN/CNA hand-offs and unit huddles; report patient data timely.
• Provide physical support for activities of daily living; assist patient independence while preserving dignity.
• Notify and escalate clinical data or patient conditions as needed; document observations to nurses.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

CNA or NAREG (Required)

CNA Certification by PA or RN without BSN

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to patient care, research, and education. The CNA interacts with patients at the most intimate level and supports the healthcare team under RN supervision, participating in hand-offs, unit huddles, and timely data reporting.

The role stresses safety, compassionate care, and cultural sensitivity, with attention to patient independence and dignity. Equal opportunity employer; Penn Medicine emphasizes employee health benefits and professional development as part of its