Patient Care Aide - DeKalb Acute Medical Care Unit - FT/PRN - Shifts Vary - Weekends Required

Huntsville Hospital Health System • Fort Payne, AL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Assistant shall be responsible for assisting in the care of patients under the direction of an RN and LPN. This role involves observing professional ethics in maintaining confidential information, performing vital signs and documentation, assisting with total patient care and activities of daily living, proper use of PPE, infection control practices, and safe lifting techniques. The individual must communicate effectively with RNs or LPNs regarding patient care, and follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and the facility, reporting hazards and participating in safety programs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write and exhibit proficiency in nursing assistant care and oral communication skills.
• At least one year of experience as a Nursing Assistant, preferably in the area of application.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform work according to department standards under the supervision of an RN.
• Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress.
• CPR required

Nice To Haves

• Experience preferably in the area of application.

Responsibilities

• Observe professional ethics in maintaining confidential information acquired regarding personal, financial, medical or employment of patients, families and employees of DRMC.
• Demonstrate the ability to do Vital signs and document, assist with total patient care, assists with activities of daily living, able to use PPE properly, able to carry out infection control practices, and has the ability to use proper lifting techniques with proper body mechanics without causing injury to patient, self, or others.
• Communicates with the RN or LPN on all aspects of patient care.
• Must follow and enforce accepted safety practices for patients and DRMC.
• Must report hazards and initiate appropriate action.
• Must participate in safety instructional programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED