Nurse Assistant - PCU - Nights

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive benefits

Referral rewards program

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is seeking a Nurse Assistant at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA, on a 12-hour night shift. You will perform direct and indirect patient care under RN guidance, help with equipment cleaning, stocking, and patient transportation.

The role involves feeding patients, monitoring intake/output, collecting specimens, and supporting safety initiatives. A CNA registry or clinical rotations are required, with BLS certification and possible EMT substitution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• PA Nurse Aide Registry (CNA) or clinical rotations completed in an accredited nursing program.
• 1 year of relevant experience and/or EMT certification may substitute for required certification/clinical rotation.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under RN guidance and physician orders.
• Obtains supplies and prepares patient rooms for admission and discharge.
• Assists with feeding and monitors intake/output, including dysphasia precautions.
• Collects specimens (urine, stool, etc.) and supports specimen handling.
• Assists with heat/cold packs, ace wraps, slings, and other basic orthopedic devices.
• Participates in hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and reduces risk of harm.
• Escalates conflicts or concerns to the Nurse Manager as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing assistant

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA Certification (PA CNA Registry)

Job description

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.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Job Title: Nurse Assistant

Unit: PCU

Employment Type: Full Time

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

22 adult patient unit. Fast paced with potential for learning and advancing skills in a cardiac step-down setting.

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

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• 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.