Nursing Assistant - 6 South

UPMC•Erie, PA

About The Position

UPMC Hamot is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Nursing Assistant to join the 6 South team in a part-time role with rotating day and night shifts. The position provides essential patient care under the direction of healthcare professionals, supporting quality, safety, and compassionate care. 6 South is a 43-bed medical/surgical acute care unit providing postoperative care for adult cardiothoracic, vascular, and gastric bypass/weight loss patients. The unit also cares for patients requiring telemetry or oxygen monitoring and provides comprehensive care for kidney transplant donors and recipients, including post-transplant patients. Additional services include CPAP, BIPAP, and Optiflow oxygen therapy; glycemic control; vasoactive and 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 the UPMC nursing assistant training program.
Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
CPR required based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Work permit required if under 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, including bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, and repositioning patients.
Performs nursing core responsibilities, including blood glucose monitoring, vital signs, weights, intake and output, specimen collection, Foley care, and point-of-care testing.
Assists with telemetry monitor application and reapplication and supports prevention of hospital-acquired conditions and patient safety indicators.
Monitors, applies, and removes restraints according to 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 and charging or 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 and 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 safety policies, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
Adheres to 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 or 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.