Heart Failure Unit Coordinator & Nursing Assistant (PT)

Penn Medicine; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in the Heart Failure Unit is seeking a Part Time Nursing Assistant to support patient care and unit operations. The role includes cross-trained responsibilities with potential Unit Secretary duties, under RN supervision, and requires adherence to nursing policies and patient safety standards.

Responsibilities include welcoming patients, assisting with patient flow, orders entry coordination, and ensuring timely communication among caregivers.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes patients and visitors with professional communication and helps locate rooms.
• Answer calls promptly and relay messages to the appropriate staff.
• Assist with patient transport and belongings during admission, transfer and discharge.
• Enter and communicate orders and updates with nursing and physician teams as needed.
• Provide patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Maintain unit organization, documentation, and supply management as directed.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Education

HS Diploma/GED (Required)

Job description

Penn Medicine in the Heart Failure Unit is seeking a Part Time Nursing Assistant to support patient care and unit operations. The role includes cross-trained responsibilities with potential Unit Secretary duties, under RN supervision, and requires adherence to nursing policies and patient safety standards.

Responsibilities include welcoming patients, assisting with patient flow, orders entry coordination, and ensuring timely communication among caregivers.