Nurse Assistant - MG2 Telemetry - Per Diem Days

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Flexible scheduling

Referral Rewards Program

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic's St. Mary Medical Center in Bucks County is seeking a part-time Nurse Assistant for the MG2 Telemetry unit. You will support RN-guided patient care, assist with transfers, meals, and basic care on a day shift.

The position requires CNA or completed nursing clinical rotations, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and BLS, with 1 year of relevant experience or EMT in lieu of certification. Per diem Tier III with 144 hours/6 weeks and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• PA Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) or completion of a minimum of one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program required.
• 1 year of relevant experience and/or relevant certification (EMT) is considered in lieu of required certification/clinical rotation.
• BLS Required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities following RN instructions and physician orders.
• Obtain supplies to ensure patient rooms are ready for admission and cleared at discharge/transfer.
• Assists with feeding patients and monitors intake/output.
• Collects specimens (urine, clean catch, Foley, stool samples for C. diff) as directed.
• Assists with heat/cold applications, wraps, and assistive devices as needed.
• Participates in hourly rounding and safety checks to reduce patient harm and support patient comfort.
• Seeks guidance from the Nurse Manager or designee for conflict resolution.

Skills

BLS certified

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) or nursing clinical rotations

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

12 Hour Day Shift

Description

Job Title: Nurse Assistant
Unit: MG2 Telemetry

Employment Type: Per diem, Tier III

Tier III Requirements: 144 hours within a 6-week schedule, 4 of the shifts must be worked on the weekend. 1 winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's) and 1 spring/summer holiday (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day)

Shift: Day Shift (7am-7:30pm)

Location: St. Mary Medical Center

Position Purpose

The primary objective of this position is to improve quality. To provide direct, basic patient care activities under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse. To provide care and cleaning of specific equipment, stocking of supplies and equipment and the transportation of patients, supplies and equipment.

Unit Overview

Tele monitored patients - unit operates a 4:1-6:1 nurse to patient ratio. Unit contains double rooms and approximately 48 beds.

As a Nurse Assistant, You Will

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities following RN instructions, physician orders, policies, procedures and regulations
• Obtain supplies from designated supply rooms to assure patient rooms are ready for patient admission and cleared when patient discharged/transferred.
• Demonstrates ability to feed patients, knowledge of dysphasia precautions and calculating and recording intake and output.
• Demonstrates competence while collecting specimens-urine routine, clean catch, foley, stools for c-diff, etc.
• Demonstrates competence with the application of heat and cold packs, ace wraps, slings, binders, protective devices and orthopedic devices.
• Participates in hourly rounding programs and schedules to ensure patient safety and reduce patient harm; observes for environmental safety, informs patient and family on safety precautions, turns and repositions patients, preemptively assists with toileting activities, and addresses personal needs.
• Appropriately seeks assistance of the Nurse Manager of designee for conflict resolution.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Graduate/Equivalent required.
• PA Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) OR completed a minimum of one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program required.
• 1 year of relevant experience and/or relevant certification (EMT) is considered in lieu of required certification/clinical rotation.
• BLS Required

Position Highlights

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

About Us:

St. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.