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Credenza Health lists this Certified Nursing Assistant, Surgical Oncology, Per Diem opportunity in miami, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

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Per Diem Nursing AssistantShift: Per Diem (PU) - Days, evenings, nights (12 hrs. shifts depending on availability)Work Location: University of Miami Hospital UTower - Surgical Oncology 11 NorthProvides 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.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation: High school diploma or equivalentCertification and Licensing: Certified Nursing Assistant licenseExperience: Minimum 0 - 1 year of relevant experienceKnowledge, 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.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 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. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.Job Status: Part timeEmployee Type: Temporary