CNA - Part Time

About the role

Whitehall Borough Post Acute is a 166-bed post-acute care facility located at 505 Weyman Rd., Pittsburgh. Our positive reputation in the community is a testament to our incredible staff members.

Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with our established policies and procedures, and as instructed by your supervisors.
• Follow work assignments, and/or work schedules in completing and performing your assigned tasks.
• Cooperate with inter-departmental personnel, as well as other facility personnel to ensure that nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents.
• Notify the facility when you will be late or absent from work.
• Check residents routinely to ensure that their personal care needs are being met.
• Avoid disclosing resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempts to access facility's information system.
• Perform only those nursing care procedures that you have been trained to do.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.
• Meet with your shift's nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
• Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident.
• Assist residents with daily functions (dental and mouth care, bath functions, combing of hair, dressing and undressing as necessary).
• Keep residents dry (change gown, clothing and linens, when it becomes wet or soiled).
• Assist residents in preparing for medical tests (i.e., lab work, x-ray, therapy, dental, etc.).
• Assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures as instructed.
• Prepare the resident for a physical examination.
• Observe and report the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdowns to prevent decubitus ulcers (bedsores).
• Report injuries of an unknown source, including skin tears.
• Observe disoriented and comatose residents.
• Record and report data as instructed.
• Perform special treatments as instructed.
• Immediately notify the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse of any resident leaving/missing from the facility.
• Use only the equipment you have been trained to use.
• Report defective equipment to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.
• Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
• Report all allegations of resident abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property.
• Honor the resident's refusal of treatment request.
• Report such requests to your supervisor.

  Requirements

  • Current, unencumbered license to practice as a nurse in PA and will remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
  • Ability to maintain all required continuing education.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Crisis intervention training.
  • Clear Cisive Background Check- last 7 years reviewed.
  • Active CPR Certification (BLS PREFERRED with Skills).
  • Experience with Point Click Care is preferred.
  • Compassion for a vulnerable population and willingness to advocate for patients.
  • Understanding of Patient Rights.
  • Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
  • Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
  • Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

  Qualifications

  • Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience: No prior experience required.

  Skills

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Time management.

  Benefits

  • Hourly Compensation Range $18.00-$23.00
  • 8-hour shifts with 2-week rotating schedules
  • Veras Scheduling App
  • 40 Hour Sick bank
  • Employee appreciation events
  • Same day pay through PayActiv
  • PT/PRN opportunities within PACS Facility network

  Pay

  • $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

  Schedule

  • 8-hour shifts with 2-week rotating schedules

  Contact Information

  • Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
  • Email: [Insert Email Address]