Nursing Assistant - 3 South

Casual Nursing Assistant - 3 South | UPMC Hamot

Schedule:
Casual position requiring a minimum commitment of 24 hours within a 6-week scheduling period, including one summer holiday and one winter holiday annually.

About 3 South: Observation/Short Stay Acute Care Unit
3 South is a 23-bed adult medical-surgical observation unit that cares for patients requiring short-term hospitalization following unsuccessful outpatient treatment, emergency department evaluation, or medical procedures. The unit focuses on patient stabilization, clinical reassessment, and determining the most appropriate next level of care, whether discharge home or admission for continued treatment.

Position Overview
The Nursing Assistant plays an integral role in providing compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of high-quality clinical services. Responsibilities include assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), obtaining and documenting vital signs, collecting specimens, maintaining a clean and safe patient environment, and supporting patient comfort and well-being.

Working collaboratively as part of the healthcare team, the Nursing Assistant may also assist with procedures such as electrocardiograms (EKGs) and phlebotomy. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills, attention to detail, compassion, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care while adhering to all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Job title and salary will be determined based on education, experience, and applicable career ladder qualifications.

Responsibilities:

• Performs the UPMC nursing core responsibilities for nursing assistants: ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. 
• PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) & patient safety indicator prevention, urine specimen collection, restraint placement and removal, and ticket to ride (intra-hospital transportation).
• Provides direct patient care as directed by the RN including all activities of daily living such as but not limited to bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting and ambulating patients. 
• Maintains an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including, but not limited to, completing safety checks, keeping the department and patient rooms clean and organized, cleaning department specific equipment, changing bed linens, emptying linen hampers, keeping hallways clear of equipment and returning equipment. 
• Acquires and distributes supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care delivery including, but not limited to, performing messenger functions, ordering, charging/crediting supplies, setting up patient care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position and stocking patient rooms and unit supply areas. 
• Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers, and distributes patient mail.
• Demonstrates understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. 
• Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. 
• Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
• Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director or direct leader. 
• Request's assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. 
• Provides diversional activities to reduce or prevent use of restraints. 
• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. 
• Completes clerical functions as needed by department. 
• Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understands policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure. 
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
• *Strictly adheres to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information. 
• *Responds within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations. 
• *Provide companionship/supervision one on one with patients as required.

• High school diploma or GED. 
• Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant training program
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques. 
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Work permit required if under 18 years of age.

  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
   

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) 

  required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran