Patient Care Aide: Nights

Valley Hope•O'Neill, NE

19h•$16•Onsite

About The Position

Patient Care Aide: Full-time ; Night Shift 6pm-6am Valley Hope of O'Neill, is expanding our team! We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Care Aide to join our dedicated and passionate team! Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? Do you want a rewarding career in a close-knit and fun-loving environment? If so, Valley Hope of Norton, a staple of the community for nearly 60 years, welcomes you. Valley Hope of O’Neill has served the Nebraska community with healing residential addiction treatment and recovery support since 1976. Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization. JOB SUMMARY: Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients in accordance with identified treatment plans. Measures vital signs patients and monitors the health of patients. Assists patients with everyday needs. Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status. Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner. Transports patients as needed. Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions. Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection and HIPPA. Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines. Obtains (within first six months of employment) and maintains Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred WORK ENVIRONMENT : Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility

Requirements

Valid and unrestricted driver’s license is required
One (1) year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care is preferred
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required; or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC).

Responsibilities

Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients in accordance with identified treatment plans.
Measures vital signs patients and monitors the health of patients.
Assists patients with everyday needs.
Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
Transports patients as needed.
Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection and HIPPA.
Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
Obtains (within first six months of employment) and maintains Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.