Nurse Assistant - MS1D Oncology - Nights

Trinity Health; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Referral Rewards Program

Flexible scheduling

Work/Life balance

Job summary

St. Mary Medical Center, part of Trinity Health, is seeking a Nurse Assistant to support oncology patients on the MS1D unit during night shifts. This role includes direct and indirect patient care under RN direction, stocking and transporting supplies, and ensuring patient safety.

Unit cares for oncology/chemo patients with 16 private beds. Minimum qualifications include CNA registry or clinical rotations and BLS; EMT can substitute. Per diem tiers exist with defined holiday requirements.

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

Responsibilities

• 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 environmental safety, informs patient and family on safety precautions, turns and repositions patients, assists with toileting activities, and addresses personal needs.
• Appropriately seeks assistance of the Nurse Manager of designee for conflict resolution.

Skills

Direct patient care

RN guidance adherence

Dysphasia precautions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA registry or nursing program clinical rotations

BLS certification

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Job Title: Nurse Assistant

Unit: MS1D Med/Surg Oncology

Employment Type: Per Diem Tier III

Tier III Requirements: 144 hour minimum commitment per 6-week schedule. 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule. 1 winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year's Day). 1 spring/summer holiday (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day).

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

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

Unit cares for oncology/chemo patients. MS1D holds 16 beds in private rooms.

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

Benefits

• 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.