Nursing Assistant - Full-time, Nights - Cardiology ICU/PCU at HUP

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to join their Cardiology ICU/PCU team. In this vital role, you will support patient care by collecting data and assisting with essential tasks under the supervision of experienced nursing staff. Your contributions will help manage complex cardiac conditions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for patients. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to providing the highest level of care and advancing healthcare through innovative practices. If you are passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference, consider applying today!

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation

Tuition assistance

Engagement in healthcare advancement

Qualifications

• Must possess Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.
• Required to have CNA Certification by Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms and manages inventory for patient care.
• Assists with data collection and communicates changes to nursing staff.
• Maintains a safe environment and observes for patient risks.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Patient Care

Data Collection

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Nursing Assistant - Full-time, Nights - Cardiology ICU/PCU at HUP

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Schedule: 36hrs/week, 7PM-7:30AM

The Cardiology Intensive Care Unit (CICU)/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 24-bed unit in the HUP Pavilion. Staff are trained to care for both CICU and PCU patients, splitting their time between the two after orientation.

We manage complex cardiac conditions including cardiogenic shock, arrhythmias, myocardial infarction, heart failure, congenital heart disease, postpartum cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, and acute coronary syndrome. The unit is equipped for advanced hemodynamic monitoring and interventions such as central venous, arterial, pulmonary artery catheters, mechanical ventilation, IABP therapy, CRRT, TTM, VADs, and Impellas.

Primarily a medical cardiology unit, we care for patients pre- and post-VAD implantation, before organ transplants, and during recurrent admissions, separate from postoperative cardiothoracic/vascular surgery. We also care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology studies, and minimally invasive procedures. Apply now!

Summary

• The Nursing Assistant supports patient care by collecting and reporting data, working under supervision of Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurses.

Responsibilities

• Prepares exam rooms, maintains supplies, and manages inventory to ensure ongoing patient care.
• Assists with data collection (vital signs, height, weight, blood sugar, functional status) and communicates changes to RN or CRNP.
• Provides patient and family information for care coordination.
• Retrieves and secures supplies, delivers patient-specific items.
• Maintains a safe environment, observing for fall risk, confusion, or disorientation.
• Participates in staff meetings and performs quality control on tests.
• Assists with physical exams, documents findings in EMR, and evaluates nursing care progress.

Credentials

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Certified Nurse Aid (Required)
• CNA Certification by Pennsylvania

Education or Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive compensation, tuition assistance, and engagement in our mission to advance healthcare.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or protected statuses.