Health Care Associate (HCA) - Progressive Care Stroke Unit - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital - 8se

Mercy Health • Youngstown, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional under federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. Essential Job Functions Provides basic patient care to include, but is not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit-based specialty duties. Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to the nurse Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's families, visitors, and all employees Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care Uses professional, verbal, and written communication skills at all times Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Requirements

• State-tested Nurse Assistant, completion of HHA/Nursing Assistant Training class, 1+ year of aide experience in a clinical setting, completion of HCA training related to acute care setting or Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete.
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
• Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility
• Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing patient care or working in a specialty area in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care to include, but is not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to the nurse
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's families, visitors, and all employees
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care
• Uses professional, verbal, and written communication skills at all times
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees