Nursing Assistant - Neuro/Stroke Unit

Penn Medicine; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual for a cross-trained position in the Neuro/Stroke Unit. This role involves both clerical duties as a Unit Secretary and hands-on patient care as a Nursing Assistant. You will play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations within the nursing unit while providing compassionate care to patients. This is a full-time night shift position that offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient experiences. Join a team that values collaboration and innovation in healthcare, and help shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Employee Health Programs

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification is required.
• Experience in acute care or clinical training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage communication systems.
• Assist with patient care under RN supervision.
• Maintain and organize patient charts and documents.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Patient Care

Electronic Order Management

Chart Management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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?

Position Details

Full Time, Night Shift 7pm - 7am

Neuro/Stroke Unit: 3 shifts a week (every third weekend Sat and Sun)

Summary

• This is a cross-trained position that may be assigned as a Unit Secretary or Nursing Assistant. The Unit Secretary handles office management, clerical duties, and facilitates communication and order processing. The Nursing Assistant provides patient care under RN supervision, supporting the operation of the nursing unit in accordance with policies and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

Key duties include:

• Communication and Customer Service: Greet patients and visitors, manage communication systems, assist with patient transport, and perform customer service rounding.
• Electronic Order Management: Assist with accurate entry of electronic orders, monitor alerts, and coordinate patient schedules.
• Chart Management: Maintain and organize patient charts, prepare documents, and facilitate record requests.
• Patient Flow: Manage admissions, transfers, discharges, and census logs, ensure documentation compliance.
• Nursing Assistant - Patient Care: Provide age-appropriate care, assist with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and safety, and document care accurately.
• Communication & Documentation: Communicate effectively with the care team and document patient interactions properly.
• Role Development & Support: Engage in ongoing learning, support organizational initiatives, and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Credentials

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Certified Nurse Aid
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Experience: 0-1 years in acute care or clinical training; 0-1 years secretarial or healthcare experience

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program, including a notable tuition assistance program. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together, we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

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