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Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, transporting, turning, and repositioning patients.
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Perform nursing assistant core duties, including vital signs, blood glucose testing, weights, intake and output monitoring, specimen collection, Foley care, telemetry application/reapplication, and patient safety prevention measures.
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Monitor and report changes in patient condition to the RN and respond appropriately to emergent situations within scope of practice.
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Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment by completing safety checks, cleaning equipment, changing linens, and ensuring hallways and patient rooms remain clutter-free.
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Stock, distribute, and manage supplies and equipment to support patient care and unit operations.
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Deliver patient nourishments, refill water pitchers, distribute mail, and assist with meal tray delivery.
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Respond to call lights, answer telephones, transport patients, and assist with routine unit and clerical functions.
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Provide one-on-one patient observation, companionship, and diversional activities as needed to support patient safety and reduce restraint use.
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Apply, monitor, and remove restraints in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
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Document patient care activities accurately in the medical record following established procedures.
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Report equipment malfunctions and ensure proper maintenance and functioning of patient care equipment.
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Follow all safety standards, infection prevention practices, standard precautions, and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
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Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, professionalism, and respect with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
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Support a culture of safety, accountability, diversity, and patient-centered care.
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Participate in ongoing learning, accept feedback constructively, identify development needs, and contribute to process improvements within the department.
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Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, confidentiality requirements, and patient care standards.
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High school diploma or GED.
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Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant training program.
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Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
