Care Team Partner - Recruitment Pipeline - Less than PT - Other

Stormont-Vail HealthCare

Topeka (KS)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Stormont Vail HealthCare in Topeka, KS seeks a part-time Care Team Partner to support patient care through transfers, ambulation, and daily hygiene. You will respond to call lights, assist with patient comfort, and help maintain a clean, safe environment under supervision.

This role emphasizes infection prevention, patient dignity, and teamwork with nursing staff. Prior healthcare exposure or CTE enrollment is preferred; age 16+ and good communication skills are required.

Qualifications

Must be 16 years or older.
HS diploma or GED preferred.
One year healthcare or hygiene experience or CTE program enrollment.
Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Respond to call lights and patient requests promptly.
Assist with mobility and lifting of patients.
Provide bed baths and hygiene care as directed.
Transport patients to and from locations.
Support infection prevention and safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Patient lifting

Interpersonal skills

Education

Age 16+

High School Diploma / GED (preferred)

Job description

Position Status:

Part time
Shift:
Other (United States of America)
Hours per week:
12

Job Information

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview

The care team partner will support patient care in a variety of ways including patient transfers, ambulation, and personal hygiene. This role will respond to call lights, and patient request as directed by the primary care team. The Care Team Partner will also perform tasks that support efficient operations including stocking supplies, emptying trash and cleaning equipment. Working under the supervision of the licensed nursing staff, the care partner will ensure comfort, dignity and safety while supporting infection prevention and skin integrity protocol. They will also possess the ability to exercise safe judgement and delivery exceptional patient care per guidelines established by the department to ensure optimal patient safety and patient satisfaction.

Education Qualifications

16 years of age or older Required
High School Diploma / GED Preferred

Experience Qualifications

1 year Experience in a healthcare or hygiene assistance setting or enrollment into a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Physical ability to lift, move, and assist patients safely.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to follow instructions.

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Nurse Aide - KDADS Training may be provided upon hire. Preferred
Patient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Preferred
First Responder - RQI required within 90 days

What you will do

Respond to call lights and patient request made by patient or directed by primary care team. Patient needs may include refill water pitcher, fresh linens, coffee or other drink, warm blankets, clean up room etc
Respond to mobility-related requests from nursing units in a timely manner. Assists with lifting and movement of patients to chairs, gurneys, beds, etc, as directed by the nurse.
Provide bed baths, showers, and other hygiene-related care as directed by nursing staff. Assist patient in grooming task such as oral care, hair care and shaving.
Transport patient to and from locations as directed by care team
Respond to mobility-related requests from nursing units in a timely manner.
Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department
Maintain cleanliness and organization of bathing equipment and supplies.
Follow hospital protocols for patient safety, including fall prevention and mobility assistance.
Support nursing staff with non-clinical task during high volume periods
Participate in departmental meetings and training sessions.
Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients
Support nursing staff with non-clinical tasks during high-volume periods.
Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to assess mobility needs and goals.
Educate patients and families on safe movement techniques when appropriate.

Required for All Jobs

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

On-Site; No Remote

Scope