Compassionate Nursing Care Assistant

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role involves basic hygiene, comfort, safety, and mobility assistance, with duties including vital signs, documentation, and patient transport.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; PA Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred. At least 1 year of direct patient care experience or current enrollment in a health program with CNA skills is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Pennsylvania Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred.
• At least 1 year of recent clinical Direct Patient Care experience or current enrollment in a health-related program with CNA skills (e.g., vitals, intake/output, feeding, bathing).

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition and elimination.
• Take and report vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Orient patients to the unit and room; respond to call lights and rounds.
• Document tasks per policy; maintain equipment and unit cleanliness.
• Assist in emergency scenarios and transport patients as needed.
• Restock supplies and ensure availability of patient care items.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Patient hygiene

Safety and mobility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant Certification (preferred)

Job description

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support patient care on the unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role involves basic hygiene, comfort, safety, and mobility assistance, with duties including vital signs, documentation, and patient transport.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; PA Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred. At least 1 year of direct patient care experience or current enrollment in a health program with CNA skills is