Care Assistant

This position is in support of the County of Sarasota Florida to provide care for those with special needs who are displaced in the event of a largescale disaster. This position requires the individual to be able to respond to a disaster with in 24 hours of notice and to establish care with in 72 hours of notification. This is a post disaster mission and will require the individual to be onsite until conclusion of the operation.   

The Care Assistant provides healthcare and support to patients in the medical facility. Duties include offering basic physical assistance to patients feeding patients according to their dietary needs and recording vital signs. They will perform these duties under the supervision of a Nurse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting patients as directed with daily activities. 
• Stocking medical supplies.  
• Monitoring vital signs and changing wound dressings. 
• Preforming medical assessments of patients. 
• Maintaining accurate patient records and updating them confidentially. 
• Communicating with patients and their families as well as other healthcare personnel. 
• Clean and bathe patients or residents. 
• Maintain patients hygiene and change bedding. 
• Turn reposition and move patients between wheelchairs seats and beds. 
• Serve meals and help patients eat their food. 
• Listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details to a Registered Nurse or Medical Provider (MD PA NP). 
• Completes required organizational compliance education including assigned requirements that are client-specified for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.   

This list is non-exhaustive and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications :

Experience Required: 

• Strong oral and written communication skills.  
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Critical thinking skills. 
• Cultural competency.  
• Integrity and honesty. 
• Experience with special needs populations (preferred not required). 

Education Required: 

• Graduate from an accredited program for Certified Nursing Assistants or Medical Assistants located in a U.S. State the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory OR at least 18 years of age. 
• Minimum one year of professional experience as a licensed CNA or a certified MA in a hospital medical office or residential setting. 

Required Licenses / Certifications:  

• Current full and unrestricted license as a CNA or certification as an MA in the state of Florida. 
• Basic Life Support certification. 
• Current and valid drivers license. 

Travel / Rotation Requirements: 

• Travel to Sarasota upon notification.  

Additional Information :

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Benefits Language (FTE roles):
Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws.

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International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time