Trinity Health·Langhorne, Pennsylvania
Provide direct and indirect basic patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse in a telemetry unit. Responsibilities include collecting specimens, assisting with patient mobility, and maintaining unit supplies and equipment.
Employment type: Full time
SHIFT: 12 Hour Day Shift
Job Title: Nurse Assistant
Unit: MG4 Telemetry
Employment Type: Full Time
The primary objective of this position is to improve quality. To provide direct, basic patient care activities under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse. To provide care and cleaning of specific equipment, stocking of supplies and equipment and the transportation of patients, supplies and equipment.
Unit: Overview
47 bed unit with double rooms. Tele monitored patients - medical and observation patients. Operates a 5:1-6:1 nurse to patient ratio.
As a Nurse Assistant, you will
Performs direct and indirect patient care activities following RN instructions, physician orders, policies, procedures and regulations
Obtain supplies from designated supply rooms to assure patient rooms are ready for patient admission and cleared when patient discharged/transferred.
Demonstrates ability to feed patients, knowledge of dysphasia precautions and calculating and recording intake and output.
Demonstrates competence while collecting specimens-urine routine, clean catch, foley, stools for c-diff, etc.
Demonstrates competence with the application of heat and cold packs, ace wraps, slings, binders, protective devices and orthopedic devices.
Participates in hourly rounding programs and schedules to ensure patient safety and reduce patient harm; observes for environmental safety, informs patient and family on safety precautions, turns and repositions patients, preemptively assists with toileting activities, and addresses personal needs.
Appropriately seeks assistance of the Nurse Manager of designee for conflict resolution.
St. Mary Medical Center is a beautiful 53-acre state-of-the-art facility comprised of more than 700 physicians, nearly 3,000 colleagues, and 1,100 volunteers committed to providing quality care delivered with compassion and respect. St. Mary attracts top doctors, introduces cutting-edge technologies and implements advanced procedures to meet the healthcare needs of the people it serves, including the nearly 630,000 residents of Bucks County.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a high school diploma and either a CNA certification or completion of one semester of clinical nursing rotations. BLS certification is required, though one year of relevant experience or EMT certification may be considered in lieu of the CNA/clinical requirement.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.