Patient Care Assistant

Lifepoint Health • Hot Springs, AR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. National Park Medical Center, a 163-bed full-service hospital, is a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region.
Where We Are:
Live where others only get to vacation…Hot Springs, located in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains, offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural life, and historical interest. With numerous outdoor activities, art galleries, local shops, and diverse cuisine, Hot Springs has something for everyone.
Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care.
Reports to: Department Director

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.
• Graduate of a Registered Nursing Program , preferred
• Nursing Assistant Certificate, Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days
• Previous relevant experience or completion of base skills as a registered nursing student

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.

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Short-term and Long-term disability 100% paid for by the company
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Loan repayment, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for qualified candidates
• Professional development opportunities, apprenticeship programs, and certification assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed