Float Patient Care Assistant
About The Position
CHI St. Vincent, part of CommonSpirit Health, is a regional health network in Arkansas with a history dating back to 1888. The network, comprising over 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, is recognized for care advancements. CHI St Vincent North, a 69-bed facility, focuses on neuro and cardiac care and fosters a family-like atmosphere. CommonSpirit Health, formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019, is dedicated to building healthy communities, supporting the vulnerable, and innovating healthcare delivery. CHI St. Vincent prioritizes team member well-being, offering benefits that support work/life balance. As a Patient Care Assistant, the role involves helping patients feel safer and more comfortable by assisting with basic daily activities. Success in this role requires a genuine desire to help patients, diligence in tasks, keen observation of patient conditions, and openness to coaching and continuous learning.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or High School GED
- Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days
- One of the following criteria must be met: Certified Nursing Assistant/EMT, or Completion of “Fundamentals of Nursing” in an accredited RN or LPN Nursing Program, or Minimum of 6 months of direct patient care in an acute care environment within the last 24 months, or Verifiable Certified Patient Care Tech, CPCT, issued by American Allied Health
Responsibilities
- Check-in with the outgoing patient care techs at the beginning of your shift to get a report on your patients
- Conduct hourly rounds on patients, checking vitals, maintaining whiteboard information, and assisting with care as needed
- Assist patients with ambulation as necessary, including helping them reach a recliner, walk to the bathroom, or down the hall
- Assist released patients in getting safely to their vehicles outside
- Assist patients with hygiene needs, including full bed baths, assisted bed baths, or retrieving towels and soap for ambulatory patients
- Help the nurse with tube insertions such as an NG tube, rectal tube, or catheter, which may involve holding a cup of water, holding the patient, providing supplies, and cleaning up after
- Change bed linens, check patients’ weight, and other tasks as assigned each day
Benefits
- benefits that complement and support your work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
