Certified Nursing Assistant - CUPP 5 East - Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Penn Medicine • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

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? Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) is seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Nursing Assistant to join our dynamic 5 East Medical Surgical Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, providing specialized care for a diverse mix of surgical patients, including those undergoing procedures in vascular, general surgery, GI surgery, urology, colorectal, podiatry, gynecology, orthopedics, and trauma overflow. You'll be part of a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality care while supporting patient recovery and overall well-being. Join us to work in a state-of-the-art facility while advancing your clinical expertise in a multi-disciplinary setting.

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• CPR certification from American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Certified Nurse Aid (Required)
• Must be a certified by the state of Pennsylvania as a certified nursing assistant or student nursing assistant.
• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Graduate of a certified nursing assistant program or in lieu of certification, must be a nursing student matriculated in an accredited ASN, BSN or MSN nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Receives written/verbal report at the beginning of each shift from the registered nurse (RN) regarding the care that is to be delivered to the assigned group of patients.
• Assists with data collection for nursing history and physical e.g., vital signs, height, weight, blood sugar results, functional status and communicates changes to the RN in a timely fashion.
• Participates in respectful communication with patients, families and co-workers.
• Assists in setting mutually agreed upon realistic individual patient goals.
• Promotes infection control by using the appropriate hand washing techniques.
• Maintains a safe environment and protects the patient from injury by observing the patient who may be at risk for falls, confusion, disorientation, wandering or suicidal behaviors.
• Communicates pertinent observations to appropriate members of the health care team in a timely fashion.
• Performs patient care rounds per unit policy.
• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds on the patient care unit.
• Assists the physician to perform physical exams.
• Encourages the use of the pulmonary toilet by using the incentive spirometer, coughing, turning and deep breathing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits program including prepaid tuition assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED