Nursing Assistant - Compassionate Care & Team Collaboration

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in delivering compassionate patient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes patient dignity, safety, and collaboration with the health care team.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, documenting data, assisting with daily care, and maintaining unit cleanliness and equipment. Training includes BLS and a nursing assistant course, with hospital orientation required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Nursing Assistant course completed.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists nurses in delivery of nursing care per the nursing process.
• Displays caring and respectful attitude toward patients and families.
• Documents patient information and reports observations to the nurse or supervisor.
• Participates in maintaining unit cleanliness and organized work areas.
• Performs assigned nursing tasks and uses equipment safely and efficiently.
• Supports patient care activities to ensure timely service and quality care.

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Nursing Assistant Course

BLS/Basic Cardiac Life Support Training

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support nursing staff in delivering compassionate patient care in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes patient dignity, safety, and collaboration with the health care team.

Responsibilities include observing patient conditions, documenting data, assisting with daily care, and maintaining unit cleanliness and equipment. Training includes BLS and a nursing assistant course, with hospital orientation required.