Nursing Assistant (NA) - Companion Float Pool - Princeton Health - Night Shift

Penn Medicine; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,802 - 40,377; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options

Flexible Spending Accounts

403b Retirement Savings with employer contribution

Generous Paid Time Off

Prepaid tuition assistance

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant for night shifts. This role involves assisting nurses in patient care across various units.

The ideal candidate must possess a high school diploma and Basic Life Support certification. Benefits include medical coverage, retirement savings, and prepaid tuition assistance after six months of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in delivering nursing care.
• Make observations of patient conditions and report as required.
• Perform nursing care activities as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

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?

Why Join Our Team

Penn Medicine Princeton Health (PMPH) is seeking a Nursing Assistant (NA) to work the night shift within the companion float pool. The NA will float to all areas (Emergency Department, Med/Surg, Critical Care, Eating Disorders Unit, Mother Baby, etc.).

Scheduling Requirements

• Night shift (7:00pm to 7:30am) a week.
• Weekend requirement: 3 night shifts per 4-week schedule.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Assists nurses in the delivery of nursing care through participation in the nursing process. The patient’s plan of care and treatment will begin in the TCU.
• Displays a caring and responsive attitude and represents the Medical Center in a positive manner and conducts all activities respecting patient/customer rights and expectations. Regularly maintains a neat appearance and adheres to departmental dress, including the wearing of appropriate identification. Interpersonal relations with other health care workers are regularly fostered in a courteous and friendly manner as evidenced by managerial observation and peer input.
• Makes observations of patient condition and reports and documents information as requested. Has good communication skills with patients/families and co-workers and is able to make suggestions regarding the patients needs for nursing care.
• Performs and documents nursing care activities as assigned, consistent with established procedures.

Benefits You’ll Receive at PMPH/Penn Medicine

• Medical, Dental, Vision, RX coverage plan options that best fit your personal & family needs
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HAS) to save pre-tax dollars
• 403b Retirement Savings: Our employer contribution begins on Day 1 of your employment
• Generous Paid Time Off benefits that give you the work-life balance today’s world needs
• Prepaid tuition assistance is available to benefit-eligible employees for approved courses of study after completing six months of employment.

What We Require for this Role

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Related Work Experience

• No experience required.

Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirement

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Salary Range: $18.73 - $29.31/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.