CNA MRMC - Med/Surg/PCU - 24 hr Days

UMass Memorial Health • Milford, MA

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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 position is based in Med/Surg/PCU and is scheduled for 24 hours per week on 12-hour day shifts, from 0645 to 1915. The schedule includes every third weekend and every third holiday.

The position may have a signing bonus; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. The stated hiring range is $15.00–$25.16 based on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. Part-time or reduced-schedule compensation is prorated and may vary based on scheduled hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification; if not currently certified, CPR/BLS is required within 30 days of hire.
• 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 patient condition or behavior.
• Retrieve and clean equipment between uses and follow equipment-management protocols on the assigned unit.
• Record intake, output, height, weight, and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
• Document blood glucose results, completion of personal care, and patient activity.
• Ensure the call light is within the patient's reach and the bed is in the low position at all times.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Collect and transport specimens according to MRMC standards.
• 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 actions in patient care delivery.
• Apply knowledge of growth and development stages and demonstrate age-appropriate communication and support.

Benefits

• A signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED