Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Full-Time - DAYS
About The Position
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Pay Range: $18.21 - $26.46 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Position Overview ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs supportive patient care duties including including ADLs, patient hygiene, vital signs, obtaining weights, emptying and documenting of intake and output, performing phlebotomy and glucometer testing, EKG's, positioning. lifting and the ambulation of patients. Performs transports as requested (of patients, medications, supplies and specimens). Performs and records nursing care activities, such as changes in a patient's condition and behavior consistent with established policies, procedures, and protocols, as delegated by the registered nurse responsible for the patient. Performs job tasks in accordance with hospital and department policy and procedure, including appropriate use of equipment, machines, appropriate use in wearing physical barriers and safety equipment. Stocks and maintains supplies as required by the designated unit. Documents observations and activities on appropriate records and documents; reports findings to the registered nurse. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School diploma or GED. Experience: Six months of Nursing Assistant/Health Aid experience or currently enrolled in LPN/RN nursing program preferred. In lieu of experience or enrollment in nursing program, must complete full Capital Health UAP course. Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period. 4 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in English, verbal and written communication. Special Training: Successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities Occasional physical demands include: Keyboard use/repetitive motion Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs. Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED.
- Six months of Nursing Assistant/Health Aid experience or currently enrolled in LPN/RN nursing program preferred.
- In lieu of experience or enrollment in nursing program, must complete full Capital Health UAP course.
- AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period.
- 4 hours of Stroke related Continuing Education contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED, PACU, Interventional Radiology, CNI, Observation
- Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
- Successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of Nursing Assistant/Health Aid experience or currently enrolled in LPN/RN nursing program
Responsibilities
- Performs supportive patient care duties including including ADLs, patient hygiene, vital signs, obtaining weights, emptying and documenting of intake and output, performing phlebotomy and glucometer testing, EKG's, positioning. lifting and the ambulation of patients.
- Performs transports as requested (of patients, medications, supplies and specimens).
- Performs and records nursing care activities, such as changes in a patient's condition and behavior consistent with established policies, procedures, and protocols, as delegated by the registered nurse responsible for the patient.
- Performs job tasks in accordance with hospital and department policy and procedure, including appropriate use of equipment, machines, appropriate use in wearing physical barriers and safety equipment.
- Stocks and maintains supplies as required by the designated unit.
- Documents observations and activities on appropriate records and documents; reports findings to the registered nurse.
Benefits
- Medical Plan
- Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA
- Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
- Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Transit
- Commuter Parking
- Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child
- Voluntary Legal Services
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- Paid Time-Off Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
