CNA MRMC - Float Pool - Per Diem
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. The role supports patients with activities of daily living and helps maintain a safe and clean environment. This is a per diem position in the MRMC Float Pool, with a scheduled day shift of 0645–1515 and holiday requirements of one major summer holiday and one major winter holiday. UMass Memorial Health describes all employees as caregivers who contribute to patient care, academic excellence, and research across a health system of more than 20,000 employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification; if not currently certified, CPR/BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.
- Must meet at least one of the following: one year of nursing assistant experience; completion of a nursing assistant training program; current nursing assistant certification (CNA); or participation in the MRMC nursing assistant training program.
Responsibilities
- Provide constant observation for patients at risk for injury.
- Obtain and report vital signs, pulse oximetry, and non-invasive blood pressure.
- Perform blood glucose testing and EKGs as indicated.
- Transport patients safely and report changes in condition or behavior.
- Retrieve and clean equipment between uses and follow assigned-unit equipment management protocols.
- Record intake, output, height, weight, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
- Document blood glucose results, personal care completion, and patient activity.
- Keep the call light within patient reach and the bed in the low position at all times.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment.
- Collect and transport specimens according to MRMC standards.
- Use all required safety measures when transporting patients.
- Wash hands before and after patient care and follow infection-control guidelines for patients on precautions.
- Maintain current CPR certification and job-related competencies.
- Precept new nursing assistants according to the department orientation plan.
- Take responsibility for own actions in patient care delivery.
- Apply knowledge of growth and development stages to patient care and demonstrate age-appropriate communication and support.
Benefits
- A signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
