Patient Care Assistant - Non-Nursing Floats - HPW - Per Diem - Varies
Capital Health•Hopewell, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
Capital Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Non-Nursing Floats on a Per Diem basis. This role involves performing supportive patient care duties under the delegation of a registered nurse. The position requires adherence to hospital and department policies, including the proper use of equipment and safety measures. Responsibilities include stocking supplies, documenting observations, and reporting findings to the registered nurse. Capital Health is committed to attracting top talent and offers competitive compensation and benefits.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED.
- AHA Heartsaver AED.
- Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period.
- Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of Nursing Assistant/Health Aid experience or currently enrolled in LPN/RN nursing program.
- Successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.
Responsibilities
- Performs supportive patient care duties 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
- Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
- Sick Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
