• Core Certified Nursing Assistant

    University of Miami (Miami, FL)


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    The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Dermatology has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Certified Nursing Assistant 1 performs standard patient care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. The incumbent assists patients in dressing and undressing, bathing, and eating, and collects noninvasive body fluid specimens or gathers vital signs. The Certified Nursing Assistant 1 aids physicians and nursing staff members with procedures and documents patient interactions.

    CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

    + Responsible for the sterilization and maintenance of instruments and equipment.

    + Maintain updated knowledge of sterile techniques and maintain a sterile environment during procedures.

    + Provide additional support for triage unit and assist with incoming calls as needed.

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

    + Ensure rooms are appropriately equipped and ready to use

    + Stock each clinic room on a regular basis throughout the day, and rotate inventory, assure all stock is within expiration limits.

    + Assist with inventory counts and controls as directed by nursing supervisors.

    + Assist with medical records, paperwork, etc.

    + Document any/all communication with the patient within the medical record, office visits, telephone conversations, messages, etc.

    + Consistently maintain complete confidentiality regarding patient care as per HIPAA requirements

    + Conduct daily activities, communications, and interactions in a positive and professional manner

    + Identify and report potential and active environmental safety hazards

    + Implement clinical and technical aspects of patient care with proper technique, procedure and safety precautions

     

    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

    + High school diploma or equivalent

    + Certification in relevant specialty or field

    + 0-1 year of relevant experience

    + 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.

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

     

    UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

     

    The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.

    Job Status:

    Full time

    Employee Type:

    Staff

    Pay Grade:

    H3