Night Shift CNA: Med/Surg & Oncology Caregiver

UMass Memorial Health; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus may be available

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care on the 4th floor during 11:00pm–7:00am shifts. You will monitor patients, take vital signs, transport patients safely, and document in the electronic medical record while adhering to infection control practices.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and current CPR certification; CPR/BLS may be required within 30 days if not certified. Relevant CNA training or experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• CPR/BLS required within 30 days if not currently certified.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care with constant observation for patients at risk for injury.
• Obtain and report vital signs, pulse oximetry, and non-invasive BP; perform blood glucose testing and EKGs as indicated.
• Provide safe patient transportation and report changes in condition or behavior.
• Manage equipment, clean between uses, and follow unit protocols.
• Document intake/output, height/weight, vital signs, and blood glucose in EMR.
• Maintain infection control: hand hygiene and precautions as required.
• Precept new nursing assistants and maintain CPR certification.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current CPR certification

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care on the 4th floor during 11:00pm–7:00am shifts. You will monitor patients, take vital signs, transport patients safely, and document in the electronic medical record while adhering to infection control practices.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and current CPR certification; CPR/BLS may be required within 30 days if not certified. Relevant CNA training or experience is preferred.