Certified Nursing Assistant, Surgical Oncology, Per Diem
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides patient care on the Surgical Oncology 11 North unit at University of Miami Hospital UTower. The role includes supporting patients with personal hygiene, meals, mobility, positioning, and other basic care needs; performing specified care procedures and tests; monitoring and recording intake, output, and vital signs; responding to patient requests; and reporting patient conditions to the assigned nurse. The position also helps maintain a safe environment and transports patients and equipment. The listed duties are not all-inclusive and may be expanded as necessary. This is a per-diem position with day, evening, and night shifts, consisting of 12-hour shifts depending on availability. The job posting identifies the position as part-time and temporary.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant license.
- Minimum 0–1 year of relevant experience.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
- Commitment to the University’s core values.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene care, including bedpan and urinal assistance, baths, backrubs, shampoos, shaves, and assistance with showers.
- Assist patients with meals and feeding, provide fresh water and nourishment between meals, and help patients ambulate, turn, and position themselves.
- Administer enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, therapeutic and sitz baths, and restraints.
- Perform sugar and acetone urine testing, collect specimens, and provide post-mortem care.
- Respond promptly to patients’ call lights and requests.
- Maintain a safe and attractive environment for patients and staff, and transport patients and equipment.
- Report patient conditions to the assigned nurse to support professional assessment.
- Measure and record food and liquid intake and output, and check and record vital signs.
- Help patients walk, exercise, and move in and out of bed.
- Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and tuition remission
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
