Nursing Assistant - 6 South

UPMC•Erie, PA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Hamot is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Nursing Assistant to join our 6 South team. This part-time role requires rotating day/night shifts. In this role, you will provide essential patient care under the direction of healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and compassion. About 6 South – Cardiovascular, Renal Transplant & Surgical Specialty Acute Care Unit 6 South is a 43-bed Medical/Surgical unit that provides post-operative care for adult Cardiothoracic, Vascular, and Gastric Bypass/Weight Loss patients. The unit also cares for patients requiring telemetry or oxygen monitoring and specializes in comprehensive care for kidney transplant donors and recipients, including post-transplant patients. Additional services include CPAP, BIPAP, and Optiflow oxygen therapy, glycemic control, vasoactive medications, anti-arrhythmic medications, electrolyte replacement, and hemodynamic medication administration. Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant training program
Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
Work permit required if under 18 years of age.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, including activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, and repositioning patients.
Performs UPMC nursing core responsibilities, including blood glucose monitoring, vital signs, weights, intake & output (I&O), specimen collection, Foley care, and point-of-care testing.
Assists with telemetry monitor application/reapplication and supports Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) and patient safety indicator prevention.
Monitors, applies, and removes restraints per physician or hospital protocol; provides diversional activities to reduce or prevent restraint use and documents appropriately.
Reports changes in patient condition and provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care.
Maintains a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment, including safety checks, cleaning equipment, changing linens, managing hampers, and keeping hallways clear.
Acquires, stocks, and distributes supplies and equipment; performs ordering, charging/crediting, and sets up patient care equipment within scope.
Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers, distributes patient mail, and assists with meal tray delivery.
Responds to call lights, telephones, and assists with patient transport and other unit activities.
Completes clerical and messenger functions as needed by the department.
Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department.
Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
Demonstrates respect for cultural diversity and maintains professional interpersonal relationships.
Supports a safe work environment and complies with all safety policies, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
Strictly adheres to all patient care policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
Responds to emergent situations within the scope of the nursing assistant role.
Provides one-on-one patient observation/companionship as required.
Participates in self-development by identifying learning needs, accepting feedback, and improving skills and performance.
Assists with prioritization of tasks and seeks guidance when needed.
Demonstrates accountability, teamwork, and a positive approach to problem-solving and departmental improvements.