IMCU Step-Down Nursing Assistant

WVU Medicine; Uniontown (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UNTWN Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing Unit with direct patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, vitals, and mobility, using proper body mechanics and equipment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and PA Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred. Experience in a clinical setting is advantageous, with duties spanning documentation, supply management, and patient transport.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pennsylvania Nursing Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition and elimination needs.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, and glucose monitoring as directed.
• Orient patients to the unit and room; communicate information to the nurse.
• Respond to call lights and perform rounding to meet patient/family needs.
• Document tasks per unit policy and procedures.
• Clean equipment and report defects for repairs.
• Assist during emergencies (Code 68, Code Yellow).
• Transport patients and perform courier duties within the department.
• Restock supplies needed for patient care.
• Monitor temperature logs as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized nursing unit and work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Mobility

Education

High school diploma or GED

PA Nursing Assistant Certification (preferred)

Job description

UNTWN Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the Nursing Unit with direct patient care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, vitals, and mobility, using proper body mechanics and equipment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and PA Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred. Experience in a clinical setting is advantageous, with duties spanning documentation, supply management, and patient transport.