CNA - Acute - $15-18 per hour

University of Miami is seeking a CNA Acute for a job in Miami, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Acute
• Discipline : CNA
• Duration : Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type : Staff

Up to $2,500 Sign on Bonus

Work Shift : 3 X 12 hrs. Days, Nights, 1 Weekend day is required

Work Location : University of Miami Hospital & Clinics - Nursing 10 North Surgical Oncology UTower

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (U) performs standard patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. More specifically, the incumbent assists patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, and eating, and collects non­invasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs. Additionally, this employee aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures, and documents patient interactions.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

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.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

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.

University of Miami Job ID #R100088626A.

About University of Miami

The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and cutting-edge research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented workforce to support our common mission of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes in making the University a great place to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade County; home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.

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