Patient Care Assistant

Lifepoint Health•Beckley, WV

22h

About The Position

Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care. Provides direct patient carePerforms specific documentation in the patient's recordMaintains equipment and supplies and participates in quality assuranceCommunicates appropriate information intradepartmental and interdepartmentallyAssists and participates in staff education and pursues continuing education for personal development.Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures

Requirements

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days.
Previous relevant experience or completion of base skills as a registered nursing student.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent
Nursing Assistant Certificate

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care
Performs specific documentation in the patient's record
Maintains equipment and supplies and participates in quality assurance
Communicates appropriate information intradepartmental and interdepartmentally
Assists and participates in staff education and pursues continuing education for personal development.
Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
And much more…

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