Care Partner / Nursing Assistant - UPMC Washington Emergency Department

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Washington, PA

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About The Position

Join Our Compassionate Nursing Team! As a nursing assistant in our busy hospital, you'll provide essential support to patients & staff, collaborate with a dedicated team, & thrive in a caring, fast-paced environment! This is a great entry level role if you're looking to explore the healthcare field with an organization where you can grow in your career! With self-scheduling & many departments to explore, this could be a great fit for anyone! We train you on everything you need to know from day 1 -- all while getting paid! NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! If you're passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, apply today!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant or completion of a nursing assistant/nursing program, or two (2) years recent experience as a nursing assistant preferred.
• One (1) three (3) years in a clerical position in healthcare - including physician office or insurance billing - with exposure to patient records, diagnoses, or dictation preferred.
• Ability to perform tasks on attached Care Partner Core Skills Checklist or achieves satisfactory skill performance within 90 days of employment.
• Requires interaction with electronic medical records and communication systems.
• Involves understanding written and oral instructions, reading, and understanding written material (e.g., medical records,) and basic math skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Previous experience with electronic medical records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accountable and responsible for the provision of patient care and comfort under the direct supervision of a registered nurse according to established standards, policies, and procedures of Washington Health System.
• Accurately reports information to the registered nurse.
• Assists with clerical responsibilities for assigned patients.
• Is competent in considering patient population specific age, developmental stages, and unique needs of assigned population.
• Maintains the strictest confidentiality.
• Adheres to all established HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Adheres to all guidelines dealing with the electronic records, charts, completed documents, reports, and other documents associated with established organizational policies to ensure patient/family privacy and security.
• Understands and respects the needs and expectations of patients and families to provide patient/family centered care.
• Uses appropriate, courteous, respectful, unbiased verbal and written communication skills when interacting with patients/families, visitors, and other team members.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees