Nursing Assistant

Join Our Team as a Casual Nursing Assistant!

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Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Casual Nursing Assistant to join our dynamic 9B Hematology/Oncology Unit.

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Scheduling requirements include availability for rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.

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The position offers opportunities for growth, with a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead. A starting pay rate of $18.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered, based on experience and qualifications.

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Primary Responsibilities:

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Assist with activities of daily living, basic patient care, point-of-care testing, vital signs, telemetry monitoring, specimen collection. The role may also involve advanced skills like phlebotomy, IV removal, and EKGs, depending on department needs.

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  High school diploma or equivalent.

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  Must also have at least one of the below:

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  One year of general healthcare experience

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  6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion

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  Enrollment in a nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical rotation required

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  Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field

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  Nursing Students or those with EMT experience preferred

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Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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  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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  Clearances with renewal:

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  Act 31, 33, 34, 73

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran