Nursing Assistant - PRN/Per Diem

Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

401(k) eligibility

Health and emotional well-being benefits

Job summary

Helen M. Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to provide essential care to patients at their facility. This position requires assisting patients with personal care, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring daily needs are met.

Responsibilities include delivering meals, assisting with hygiene, and transporting patients. The role offers flexible PRN schedules with benefits such as an extensive orientation program and financial support through a 401(k) plan after qualifying.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Hospital experience as a nursing assistant or related field.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight and demographic data.
• Assist patients with personal and daily care.
• Deliver meals and document oral intake.
• Transport patients to designated areas.

Skills

Patient care assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Personal hygiene support

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem, 12‑hour shifts

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

Shift differentials for nights and weekends

Location: Inside of UPMC West Shore

Position: Nursing Assistant

Hospital: Helen M Simpson Rehabilitation Hospital – A UPMC and Select Medical Partnership.

Mission: Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full‑time opportunities.
• Financial and well‑being support: Part‑time/Per Diem positions are eligible for a 401(k) based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Health, work/life and emotional well‑being benefits for you and your family members.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs, height, weight and demographic data.
• Assist patients with personal and daily care such as bathing, oral hygiene, shaving and hair care.
• Deliver meals and snacks, feed patients who are unable to feed themselves and document oral intake.
• Turn and position immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment; participate in the mobility program.
• Transport patients to designated areas, including to and from various treatment centers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Hospital experience as a nursing assistant, certification as a nursing assistant or related experience (e.g., medical assistant, actively enrolled RN student).
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Post‑Offer Employment Testing (POETs) completed as part of onboarding and before first day of work.