Patient Care Assistant - Surgical Care Inpatient - Hopewell - Full-Time - NIGHTS
About The Position
Capital Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Surgical Care Inpatient at Hopewell. This is a full-time night shift position. Capital Health is a leading healthcare provider in the region, known for its quality patient care, investment in staff, and advanced technology. The organization includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, a satellite ED, and a network of primary and specialty care providers. Capital Health Medical Group comprises over 600 physicians and providers. The organization values attracting top talent and offers competitive compensation packages. The listed pay range is for a full-time equivalent position, and actual compensation may vary based on assigned hours and status.
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.
- 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 preferred.
- In lieu of experience or enrollment in nursing program, must complete full Capital Health UAP course.
- 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
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, EKGs, positioning, lifting, and 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
- 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
501-1,000 employees
