Compassionate Patient Care Specialist - Day Shift

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 46,838,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to assist with direct patient care under RN supervision. You will perform basic physical care, support daily living activities, and help ensure a safe, compassionate, family-centered environment for patients and families.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting with mobility, transporting supplies, and maintaining clean, safe equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS/HeartSaver First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direct patient care by providing basic physical care to promote patient comfort as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Assists with activities of daily living and bed making.
• Transports patients to tests and procedures and escorts for discharge.
• Performs routine tests (glucose monitoring where allowed) and records vital signs.
• Communicates patient conditions to RN and assists with examinations and procedures.
• Maintains a safe, clean environment and adheres to infection prevention policies.

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to assist with direct patient care under RN supervision. You will perform basic physical care, support daily living activities, and help ensure a safe, compassionate, family-centered environment for patients and families.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting with mobility, transporting supplies, and maintaining clean, safe equipment.