Day Swing Shift)

Emerus•Greensburg, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Emerus is hiring a full-time Patient Care Assistant/CNA/PCT for its 18-bed small-format hospital in Hempfield, Pennsylvania. The role supports the nursing process by performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, as well as related clerical duties. The Patient Care Assistant must understand principles of growth and development across different life cycles and provide competent care suited to the needs and age of the patient population served. The position works a day swing shift, with possible schedules of 7 a.m.–7 p.m., 9 a.m.–9 p.m., or 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Emerus describes its hospitals as fully accredited and emphasizes individualized, compassionate care, teamwork, diversity, equity, and equal access to information, development, and opportunity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS certification.
Two years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or current enrollment in an accredited nursing program; this qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma.
Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations.
Demonstrated skills for the assigned specialty area, function, or procedures, and ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.
Basic knowledge and understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions.
Fluency in English, including written and verbal communication.
For Pennsylvania candidates: Act 33 Child Abuse History Clearance and Act 73 FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance completed within the last five years, or obtained before the start date.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced indirect and selected direct patient care within the hospital-approved PCA skills inventory and as directed by a physician or registered nurse.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to plan, expedite, and promote quality patient care.
Use critical thinking to identify and respond to abnormal findings, reporting them promptly to the nurse.
Maintain simple drainage devices; take vital signs; perform blood glucose checks and EKGs; monitor intake and output; and maintain related records.
Perform skin preparation and prepare patients for procedures as directed.
Answer call bells; prepare patients for meals; prepare meals and feed patients; perform or assist with baths; assist with mobility; transport patients within the facility; and perform assigned treatments.
Keep equipment and patient rooms orderly and perform housekeeping duties for patient rooms.
Perform assigned computer data entry and serve as Unit Clerk or monitor patients when assigned.
Provide safe care in accordance with policies, procedures, and standards of care, including effective time and supply management and accurate practice.
Meet requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings, continuing education, and skills competency; support department goals; and serve as a preceptor, mentor, or resource to less experienced staff.