Patient Care Aide: Full-Time ( Nights )
About The Position
Valley Hope of Boonville is hiring a full-time Patient Care Aide to support patients receiving residential and outpatient drug and alcohol addiction treatment. The role assists nursing staff in delivering care according to treatment plans, monitors patient health, helps with daily needs, communicates patient status to clinical and nursing staff, and maintains accurate patient records. The position also includes transporting patients, maintaining a safe and sanitary treatment environment, and performing blood collections as directed. The position is based in a residential treatment facility and involves direct patient contact and walking throughout the facility. The scheduled shift is 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The role may require work on evenings, nights, or weekends and overtime as needed to support patient care.
Requirements
- Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree with an emphasis in nursing.
- One year of work experience in a behavioral or healthcare work environment, including direct patient care.
- Work experience in a substance abuse treatment facility.
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC).
- Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with identified treatment plans.
- Measure patients’ vital signs and monitor their health.
- Assist patients with everyday needs.
- Communicate with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
- Accurately and promptly record treatment activities and patient observations in patient records and complete required paperwork.
- Transport patients as needed.
- Maintain a safe and sanitary environment using infection-control techniques and universal precautions.
- Maintain and demonstrate current knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
- Perform blood collections using venipuncture and capillary techniques as directed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, with Valley Hope paying up to 85% of premiums.
- Dental and vision plans at competitive rates.
- Up to 27 days of paid time off, based on position and tenure.
- Eight paid holidays, including a personal day.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Tuition assistance.
- Student loan repayment support.
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
