Patient Care Assistant
Lifepoint Health•Beckley, WV
About The Position
Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care. Reports to: Department Director FLSA: Non-exempt
Requirements
- Graduate of a Registered Nursing Program
- Nursing Assistant Certificate
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days
- Previous relevant experience or completion of base skills as a registered nursing student
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing Assistant Certificate Preferred
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 intradepartmentally and iterdepartmentally
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
