Neuro/Med Surg Nursing Assistant — Part-Time Growth

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Community Osteopathic is seeking a Nursing Assistant for a Neuro/Med Surg unit. The role involves ADLs support, patient care under RN direction, and participation in unit activities. This part-time position requires a CNA preferred and completion of UPMC NA training, with annual safety and documentation duties.

The pay rate and starting salary vary with experience. Responsibilities include reporting equipment issues, maintaining patient safety, and effective communication with patients and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant training.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Responsibilities

• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments.
• Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephone, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
• Provides direct patient care as directed by the RN including all ADLs.
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery.

Skills

ADLs support

Communication

Patient care

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nursing Assistant training

Job description

UPMC Community Osteopathic is seeking a Nursing Assistant for a Neuro/Med Surg unit. The role involves ADLs support, patient care under RN direction, and participation in unit activities. This part-time position requires a CNA preferred and completion of UPMC NA training, with annual safety and documentation duties.

The pay rate and starting salary vary with experience. Responsibilities include reporting equipment issues, maintaining patient safety, and effective communication with patients and