Patient Care Assistant/CNA (Full-Time/Day Shift)

Emerus • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant/CNA position at Emerus involves performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process under the direction of a registered nurse. The role requires demonstrating knowledge of growth and development principles as they relate to different life cycles. The position is full-time, with day shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM, in a small-format hospital setting that includes 8 ER beds and 10 inpatient beds. The facility is located in McCandless, Pittsburgh, PA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.
• 2 years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program required.
• Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
• Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.
• Basic knowledge of PPE protocols and universal precautions.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Pennsylvania Candidates must have Act 33 and Act 73 clearances completed within the last 5 years or obtained prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care as directed by a physician or registered nurse.
• Collaborate with other healthcare team members to plan and promote quality patient care.
• Employ critical thinking skills to identify and respond to abnormal findings, reporting them to the nurse immediately.
• Maintain simple drainage devices and take patient vital signs.
• Perform blood glucose checks, EKGs, monitor intake and output, and maintain related records.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist with mobility and bathing.
• Transport patients within the facility and perform assigned treatments as directed.
• Maintain equipment and patient rooms in an orderly fashion.
• Perform housekeeping duties for patient rooms and data entry via computer.
• Serve as Unit Clerk and/or monitor patients as assigned.
• Ensure safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Benefits

• Night/Weekend shift differentials.
• 401K MATCH (100% vested day one of eligibility).
• Paid Employee Referrals.
• FREE Parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees