Patient Care Aide-Medical 4 South-CW-FT-1st shift
Huntsville Hospital Health System•Huntsville, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Patient Care Assistant assists the unit in patient care duties such as cleaning/bathing patients, positioning, re-positioning and transporting patients, stocking shelves, cleaning equipment and assisting with dietary tasks. Performs EKGs and Glucometer POC, maintains competency in Glucometer and EKG. All work is performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Current BLS certification required or within 30 days of hire
- Certificate of Completion of a formal program that meets regulatory standards in Conflict resolution, de-escalation and teaches physical intervention techniques. Must have on hire or obtained within 90 days of hire (I.e. MOAB, CPI or equivalent)
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant training preferred
- CNA Certification preferred
- Previous receptionist / hospital unit secretarial experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Cleaning/bathing patients
- Positioning, re-positioning and transporting patients
- Stocking shelves
- Cleaning equipment
- Assisting with dietary tasks
- Performing EKGs
- Performing Glucometer POC
- Maintaining competency in Glucometer and EKG
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
