As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at UPMC Muncy Place, you'll play a vital role in delivering high-quality resident care and support services. This is a full-time, 40-hour position with a 10:30PM - 7AM shift, including every other weekend and holiday rotation. Plus, enjoy a $2,000 sign-on bonus! Working under the direction of nurses or physicians, you will assist with daily living activities, maintain a safe and clean environment, and ensure residents receive compassionate, professional care at all times.
Responsibilities
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Provide direct resident care as directed by RN/LPN, including bathing, feeding, dressing, transporting, toileting, and ambulating.
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Maintain a safe and organized environment: complete safety checks, clean rooms and equipment, change linens, and keep hallways clear.
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Respond promptly to resident needs and calls.
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Assist with meal delivery and feeding; refill water pitchers.
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Perform routine tests such as weights, vital signs, and intake/output.
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Communicate changes in resident status to RN/LPN in a timely manner.
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Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment to support care delivery.
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Participate in unit activities: answering call lights, passing meal trays, transporting residents.
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Apply, monitor, and remove restraints per protocol; provide diversional activities to reduce restraint use.
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Document care in medical records per established procedures.
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Comply with all safety policies, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
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Respond to emergent situations within CNA scope.
Professional Development
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Maintain current CPR certification.
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Accept feedback constructively and seek opportunities to improve skills.
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Communicate learning needs to the unit manager and participate in self-review.
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Support departmental changes and contribute to efficient operations.
Teamwork & Communication
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Establish professional, respectful relationships.
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Use effective communication strategies with residents, families, and team members.
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Report equipment malfunctions promptly
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
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Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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Act 34
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OAPSA
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vetera
