University of Miami·Miami, Florida
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care, including assisting with daily living activities and collecting vital signs. They support physicians and nursing staff during procedures and maintain a safe environment for patients.
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40 hrs. per week; M-F, Days, Evenings, Flexible Schedule
University of Miami Hospital & Clinics - SCCC - Supportive Care and Blood Hydration Unit - Miami
Core job functions
The University of Miami, UMHC/Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center has an exciting opportunity for a Certified Nursing Assistant for their Blood Hydration Unit (BHU).
The Certified Nursing Assistant performs various direct 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.
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.
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.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Certification and Licensing: Certified Nursing Assistant license
Minimum 0 - 1 year of relevant experience preferably in a hospital setting.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Full time
Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Certified Nursing Assistant license. Minimum of 0-1 year of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital setting, is required.
Market context
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