Nursing Assistant - Certified - Oncology Unit - Penn Presbyterian Medical Center - Nights

Description

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Cupp 4 South is a dynamic, fast-paced 32-bed inpatient medical/surgical unit primarily serving the adult population of West Philadelphia. This floor offers the practitioner the opportunity to impart lasting change on the lives of its patients through its team-based nursing approach, as well as through the close relationships forged between other services, including Physicians, Pharmacists, Physical Therapy, Respiratory, Speech-Language Pathology, and Case Management, all of whom play a crucial role in improving patient health and navigating the care continuum. Some of the common patient diseases seen on the floor include COPD, CHF, pneumonia, GI-related illnesses such as Crohn’s disease, Diabetes, renal failure, sepsis, end-of-life, sickle cell disease, and drug and alcohol withdrawal. The 4 South staff also provide specialty care in Oncology and Peritoneal Dialysis. If you are interested in a supportive, team-focused floor that allows you to provide world-class patient care, please consider joining Cupp 4 South.

Job Summary:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in delivering quality care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN). This position involves assisting with patient assessments, providing hands-on care, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure the best possible care for patients.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Report & Communication

• Receive and give verbal/written reports with the RN at the start and end of each shift.
• Report any changes in patient condition to the RN and the next shift team.

Patient Assessment Assistance

• Help collect data such as vital signs, blood sugar, weight, and functional status.
• Observe and report skin changes, bruising, or any other abnormalities.
• Assist in planning care and setting realistic patient goals with the RN.

Care Implementation & Monitoring

• Follow infection control practices and standard precautions.
• Monitor patients at risk for falls, confusion, or other safety issues.
• Assist with daily activities like bathing, grooming, feeding, and transferring.
• Observe and record vital signs, intake and output (I&O), pain levels, and other patient data.
• Report patient findings and concerns to the RN in a timely manner.
• Assist with treatments, including colostomy irrigations, enemas, and oxygen therapy (under RN supervision).

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Participate in patient care rounds and collaborate with healthcare team members.
• Report any issues or changes to the RN or Charge Nurse.
• Attend staff meetings and work cooperatively with the team.

Safety & Environment

• Ensure a clean, safe environment for patients.
• Follow safety protocols, including the use of restraints when needed.
• Promote patient comfort and assist with mobility and repositioning to prevent skin breakdown.

Specialized Tasks

• Assist with patient education as directed by the RN.
• Support post-mortem care and assist physicians during physical exams.

Required Qualifications:

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• CPR Certification (American Heart Association)
• PA State-certified Nursing Assistant or enrolled in an accredited ASN/BSN program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a certified Nursing Assistant program or matriculated in an accredited ASN/BSN Nursing Program preferred; minimally completed the nursing foundations/fundamentals clinical course with a 3.0 GPA overall and in the nursing major.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.