Job Opportunities

Performs a variety of patient care and administrative support functions under the supervision of Medical Center professionals in an inpatient or outpatient setting or in a patient's home.

Assists patients with personal care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization. Performs basic nursing skills, as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure, to promote patient health and wellness.

Captures and records patient data, such as vital signs, weights and measurement of intake and output.

Reports changes in patient condition and abnormal findings in patient data promptly to the registered nurse.

Assists patient with personal hygiene needs.

Assists patient with ADLs, exercise and ambulation.

Obtains, labels and forwards specimens for diagnostic testing.

Documents all patient care activities.

Assists professional healthcare staff with performing physical examinations and patient procedures.

Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.

Observes for environmental factors affecting patient/staff safety on an ongoing basis. Reports any potential hazards immediately.

Identifies patients prior to any intervention.

Maintains safe transfer and patient positioning practices.

Cleans equipment and performs safety checks as directed.

Reports incidents involving patients, staff and/or visitors promptly to RN or supervisor using the institution's quality reporting process.

Demonstrates knowledge of institution's fire/emergency/infection control programs.

Performs administrative support functions.

Completes medical record duties, including file maintenance and record keeping as directed.

Completes supply stocking, inventory and ordering as directed.

Performs additional duties as directed, including but not limited to scheduling diagnostic procedures, meeting and greeting patients, or delivering specific supplies and pharmaceuticals.

Maintains necessary skills and competencies.

Achieves and maintains competency in the use of equipment (i.e., lifting and moving patients).

Identifies strengths and opportunities for professional development and goals for self-improvement.

Completes annual mandatory training activities and regulatory in-service requirements within established timeframes.

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Minimum requirements education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required.

Certified to practice as a Nurse Aide in the Commonwealth of Virginia OR must meet one of the following criteria:

(1) Successful completion of the UVa PCT Education Program OR Successful completion of another PCT Education Program that has been approved by NPDS.

(2) Documented proof of at least 1 year of recent (within past 2 years) experience in a similar PCT role from an outside institution. Candidate must successfully complete a written exam and must successfully demonstrate clinical skills during 6 month probationary period.

(3) Passage of a nationally recognized and accredited PCT Certification exam. (Example - National Healthcareer Association - C-PCT). Present Certificate as verification.

OR must meet one of the following criteria:

(1) Currently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Medical/Surgical Clinical Experience and Didactic are exempt from the Certified Nurse Aide requirement.

(2) EMT or above certification. Candidate will complete the UVA PCT Course within 6 month probationary period.

(3) Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Physical demands job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $15.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.