Behavioral Health Patient Care Assistant

Banner Health • Sun City West, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Banner Del Webb Medical Center is dedicated to a high-tech, high-touch philosophy of care that has kept us a top healthcare choice in the Northwest Valley for more than 20 years. We are deeply committed to providing the highest quality of clinical care along with an excellent patient care experience. Banner Del Webb Medical Center is located in Sun City, AZ and is the hospital of choice for many within our community.

As a Banner Del Webb Behavioral Health Patient Care Assistant you will assist Nursing staff and focus on safety checks, assisting in ADL's, Milieu management, falls prevention measures, and 1 on 1 observations. Previous PCA or CPCA (Patient Care Assistant) nursing assistant or Behavioral Health experience is preferred. You may float between Behavioral Health units on SAGE. You can be a CNA/LNA or Uncertified but ideally have at least 1 year of (Geriatric) Behavioral Health experience. SAGE is such a unique workplace with a demand for multiple skills. An ideal candidate has a desire to serve elderly/geriatric populations (ie. has experience with the elderly in a nursing home) and someone who is passionate about our work and wants to grow on our team. We can train CNA skills for someone who has a background in behavioral health (inpatient, outpatient, group home settings, etc.)

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.
• Computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required. In California: advanced skills are excluded.
• BSS team members must have 12 months Banner experience in the role.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous PCA or CPCA (Patient Care Assistant) nursing assistant or Behavioral Health experience is preferred.
• At least 1 year of (Geriatric) Behavioral Health experience.
• Experience with the elderly in a nursing home.
• Recent healthcare experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with daily living activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.
• Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.
• Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
• Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
• Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
• Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.
• Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in room turnover.
• Supports a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels, as well as patients, families, and physicians.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus of $3000 Available for New Banner Health Certified/Licensed CNA/LNA's
• health and financial security options
• flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential
• 18%-Night Shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED