Nursing Assistant - 6 South

Now Hiring: Part-Time Nursing Assistant – 6 South (UPMC Hamot)

UPMC Hamot is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Nursing Assistant to join our 6 South team. This part-time role requires rotating day/night shifts. In this role, you will provide essential patient care under the direction of healthcare professionals, ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and compassion.

About 6 South – Cardiovascular, Renal Transplant & Surgical Specialty Acute Care Unit
6 South is a 43-bed Medical/Surgical unit that provides post-operative care for adult Cardiothoracic, Vascular, and Gastric Bypass/Weight Loss patients. The unit also cares for patients requiring telemetry or oxygen monitoring and specializes in comprehensive care for kidney transplant donors and recipients, including post-transplant patients. Additional services include CPAP, BIPAP, and Optiflow oxygen therapy, glycemic control, vasoactive medications, anti-arrhythmic medications, electrolyte replacement, and hemodynamic medication administration.

Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, including activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, and repositioning patients.
• Performs UPMC nursing core responsibilities, including blood glucose monitoring, vital signs, weights, intake & output (I&O), specimen collection, Foley care, and point-of-care testing.
• Assists with telemetry monitor application/reapplication and supports Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) and patient safety indicator prevention.
• Monitors, applies, and removes restraints per physician or hospital protocol; provides diversional activities to reduce or prevent restraint use and documents appropriately.
• Reports changes in patient condition and provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care.
• Maintains a safe, clean, and organized patient care environment, including safety checks, cleaning equipment, changing linens, managing hampers, and keeping hallways clear.
• Acquires, stocks, and distributes supplies and equipment; performs ordering, charging/crediting, and sets up patient care equipment within scope.
• Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers, distributes patient mail, and assists with meal tray delivery.
• Responds to call lights, telephones, and assists with patient transport and other unit activities.
• Completes clerical and messenger functions as needed by the department.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates respect for cultural diversity and maintains professional interpersonal relationships.
• Supports a safe work environment and complies with all safety policies, including standard precautions and bloodborne pathogen protocols.
• Strictly adheres to all patient care policies, procedures, and confidentiality standards.
• Responds to emergent situations within the scope of the nursing assistant role.
• Provides one-on-one patient observation/companionship as required.
• Participates in self-development by identifying learning needs, accepting feedback, and improving skills and performance.
• Assists with prioritization of tasks and seeks guidance when needed.
• Demonstrates accountability, teamwork, and a positive approach to problem-solving and departmental improvements.

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

  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
   

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• 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
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran