Patient Care Assistant (ICU/TU) Full Time, Nights
About The Position
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Assistant is an integral member of the health care team, performing clerical and patient care assignments as delegated and permitted by law, regulatory bodies, and institutional policies and procedures. The role requires knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate patient care and service in the assigned area. This is a year-round position, not a summer-only position. The position is full time, 72 hours every two weeks, working 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., three shifts per week, with every third weekend required. The pay range is $17.22 to $24.11 per hour. A high school diploma or GED equivalent, or proof of higher education, is required. BLS for the Healthcare Provider is required within 60 days after hire.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, or proof of higher education.
- BLS for the Healthcare Provider within 60 days after hire.
- Ability to provide patient care and service appropriate to the ages of patients served in the assigned area.
- Ability to work the stated schedule throughout the year, including every third weekend.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) certification.
- Previous patient care experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Computer literacy.
- Bilingual English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Assist with direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Accurately document patient care activities and patient data using appropriate forms or information systems.
- Perform clinical skills including vital sign measurement, aseptic technique, specimen collection, hot and cold applications, simple respiratory therapy, post-mortem care, ostomy care, and application of orthopedic devices.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, hair, skin, and oral care.
- Complete assigned patient duties within the timeframe established by the Registered Nurse.
- Gather intake and output data, vital signs, height and weight, and point-of-care test results.
- Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
- Observe patients for changes and report them promptly.
- Use information and follow Holland Hospital policies and procedures to support continuous improvement in patient care, safety, practice, and outcomes.
- Report patient safety issues through the occurrence reporting system.
- Describe unit-based quality improvement activities and their implications for practice; assist with related data collection.
- Assist in identifying actual and potential risks to patient safety.
- Achieve unit-specific initial and ongoing competencies.
- Provide close care or one-to-one direct observation of patients as assigned to maintain safety.
- Contribute to the professional development and training of peers, colleagues, and students.
- Support unit operations by completing assigned tasks, conducting ongoing supply inventory, stocking and cleaning patient care areas, assisting with delegated regulatory checks, and maintaining orderly patient rooms and treatment areas.
- Perform file, chart, and forms maintenance under Registered Nurse supervision.
- Answer phones and greet visitors promptly, politely, and professionally as the unit receptionist.
- Assist with requests and facilitate communication among members of the health care team.
- Perform other assigned clerical and reception duties and demonstrate knowledge of computer downtime procedures.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
