Aide, Nursing* - Acute Care

Lifepoint Health®; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is hiring an Aide, Nursing for their Acute Care unit in Paris, Texas. The ideal candidate will assist with patient care, work in a dynamic environment, and focus on daily living activities, benefiting from competitive pay and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Qualifications

• PCA Experience Preferred
• Must have PCA certificate or Nurse Aide program completion

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and document accordingly
• Collect and document patient information as needed

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Education

High school diploma

PCA training program or Nurse Aide educational program

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Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Paris Regional Medical Center is a 154-bed general acute-care hospital with cutting edge equipment and robust service lines. Paris Regional is a Level III Trauma Facility, Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Advanced Primary Stroke Care certified, and our orthopedic outcomes are in the top 5% in the nation.

Where We Are:

A small town with views of a historic downtown community, Paris, Texas is the second largest Paris in the World. With something for everyone, you can picnic at the Eiffel Tower, find vintage treasures and unique boutiques downtown, experience delicious local cuisine, and explore historic venues and parks.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

And much more…

The Personal Care Aide assists with patient care throughout nursing areas under the direction of licensed personnel.

In the execution of job duties, it is the universal expectation that all tasks are performed with a patient centered focus, while also seeking opportunities to continually improve core processes. Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need, which may include but is not limited to: holidays, extended shifts, night and/or weekend shifts, standby and/or on-call.

Reports to: Resident Care Director; Nursing Supervisor

FLSA: Non-exempt

Education: High school diploma; PCA training program with Certificate or Nurse Aide educational program; Nursing Aides who have completed the required education but not obtained state licensure will be in PCA role.

Licenses: PCA certificate from PCA training program, or completion of Nurse Aide educational program

Certifications: None listed

Minimum Work Experience: PCA Experience Preferred

Required Skills: 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.

Essential Functions

Assists patient with activities of daily living (ADLs) and documents accordingly. Assists patient with feeding and/or meals as assigned and documents accordingly. Assists patient with elimination needs as is appropriate and documents accordingly.

Answers alarm pendants and respond to residents'/patients’ needs appropriately and promptly.

Collects and documents patient information as needed (including weights and vital signs). Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Provides restorative care per plan of care. Documents accordingly.

Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly. Changes linens of occupied / unoccupied beds.

Demonstrates proper infection control practice and adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures and OSHA standards. Operates all equipment and performs all procedures/care in a safe manner. Reports faulty and/or dangerous equipment as necessary

Assists in discharge process of patients to include: transport, packing of personal belongings, and assistance with hygiene needs as requested. Provides for safe transport of patients through the institution. Appropriate measures are taken to escort patients into and out of the facility.

Assists with postmortem care including transport to the morgue.

Non-Essential Functions

Assists with orientation and training of others as directed.

EEOC Statement:

Paris Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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