Patient Care Assistant - Acute Care
Patient Care Assistant - Acute Care
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Job Description
We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant - someone who works well in a fast-paced hospital setting. In this position youll perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities as assigned under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care in a cost-effective manner and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.
Think youve got what it takes
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED accredited by the Board of Education.
One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED:
- Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g. Diploma/Course/Certificate/Associates Degree/etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant Medical Assistant or similar clinical education program)
- Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at the time of hire
- One (1) year of direct patient care experience
- Inpatient experience highly preferred
Qualifications:
- Assists with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
- Provides high-quality cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
- Assists in identifying patient/family response to care provided responsibilities
- Maintains accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
- Demonstrates commitment to team flexibility professional interpersonal communication and customer service skills
- Participates in achieving hospital/unit goals.
Employment Type
Full-Time
