Patient Care Aide (Days) : Full-Time
About The Position
Valley Hope of Cushing is hiring a full-time Patient Care Aide for day shifts. The role supports nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with identified treatment plans at a residential addiction treatment facility. Patient Care Aides monitor patient health, help with everyday needs, communicate patient status and treatment information to clinical and nursing staff, document observations and care, and help maintain a safe and sanitary environment. The position requires direct patient contact, walking throughout the facility, and the ability to work at a rapid pace for extended periods.
Requirements
- Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
- CPR certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire; CPR certification must be obtained within the first six months of employment and maintained.
- Ability to walk throughout the facility.
- Ability to work at a rapid pace for long periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and assist an adult weighing 100–250 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff in providing care for patients 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.
- Follow policies and procedures for protecting patient information and complying with HIPAA.
- Maintain and demonstrate current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and state and federal guidelines.
- Obtain CPR certification within the first six months of employment and maintain certification.
- Interact and communicate professionally and tactfully with patients, coworkers, management, clients, and vendors, treating them with respect and consideration.
Benefits
- Affordable medical insurance, with Valley Hope covering up to 85% of the cost.
- Affordable dental and vision insurance.
- Tuition assistance.
- Student loan repayment.
- Eligible employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
- Eight paid holidays, including one personal holiday.
- PTO of up to 27 days per year based on years of service.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Short-term disability.
- Employee Assistance Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
