Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Full-Time

University Of Miami Health System Nursing Progressive Care Unit (PCU) UTower

Work Shift: 3 X 12 hrs. Days, Nights, Weekends may be required

Work Location: University Of Miami Hospital & Clinics - Nursing Progressive Care Unit (PCU) UTower

Provides for patients' personal hygiene by giving bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaves, and assisting with showers.

Assists with meals and feeds patients, ambulates, turns, and positions patients, and provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.

Administers enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, therapeutic and sitz baths, and applies restraints.

Performs sugar and acetone urine testing, specimen collection, and post-mortem care.

Answers patients' call lights and requests promptly.

Maintains a safe and attractive environment for patients and staff and transports patients and equipment.

Reports patient conditions to the assigned nurse to ensure professional assessment.

Measures and records food and liquid intake and output, and checks and records vital signs.

Provides patient help with walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing: Certified Nursing Assistant license

Experience: Minimum 0 - 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

Commitment to the University's core values.

Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office)

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff