Certified Nursing Assistant, MICU, Per Diem (PD)
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct patient support in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at University of Miami Hospital & Clinics - UHealth Tower. This per-diem role is scheduled for one or two 12-hour shifts; shifts may be days or nights, and weekends may be required. The assistant helps with personal hygiene, meals, mobility, positioning, basic treatments, specimen collection, monitoring and recording intake and output and vital signs, responding to patient requests, and maintaining a safe environment. The role reports patient conditions to the assigned nurse and follows University and unit policies and procedures. Duties may vary by departmental needs, and other consistent duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience, certification, or license.
- Minimum 0–1 year of relevant experience.
- Valid State of Florida CNA license.
- Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
- Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patients’ personal hygiene, including bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, shaves, and showers.
- Assist with meals and feeding; provide fresh water and nourishment between meals; ambulate, turn, and position patients.
- Administer enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preparations, 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 for 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
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition remission
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
