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Join Our Team as a Nursing Assistant on 4A Inpatient Rehab!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in the lives of others? Our 4A Inpatient Rehab unit is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be crucial in supporting our patients’ recovery and well-being by assisting with daily living activities, therapies, and providing vital feedback to our nursing staff. We would love to hear from you if you are committed to excellence, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative environment!

The Nursing Assistant is a valued step in UPMCs Patient Care Support Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform duties in line with system-wide competencies and behaviors.

• Report equipment malfunctions.

• Establish effective communication strategies.

• Maintain professional and respectful relationships.

• Assist with unit activities (e.g., responding to call lights, passing meal trays, transporting patients).

Core Nursing Assistant Duties:

• Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating).

• Perform point-of-care testing, monitor vital signs, and assist with patient care equipment.

• Maintain a safe and organized environment.

• Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment.

Communication & Teamwork:

• Communicate clearly with the healthcare team.

• Understand cultural diversity and support workplace safety.

• Develop productive working relationships and demonstrate accountability.

Patient Care:

• Provide direct patient care as directed by the RN.

• Ensure patient safety and cleanliness.

• Deliver patient nourishments and mail.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide diversional activities and document in medical records.

• Complete clerical functions and comply with safety policies.

• Respond to emergent situations and provide companionship as needed.

• Support departmental changes and assume responsibility for assignments.

• High school diploma or equivalent.* Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant or EIC training program* Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.* Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.* Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

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

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

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

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran