Compassionate Patient Care Aide

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Full Time support role to assist with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision at the Main Hospital. The position emphasizes environment management, supply handling, and patient safety within a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualified candidates will have a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Strong professionalism and teamwork are essential for this role at this esteemed academic medical center.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of educational requirements as specified in role description; yearly competency evaluation and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Manage unit supplies, stock, and equipment; observe cost containment practices.
• Document patient information accurately and report changes to the RN in a timely manner.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge procedures; respond to patient call lights.
• Maintain safe, clean patient environments and adhere to conduct standards.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

AHA CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Full Time support role to assist with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision at the Main Hospital. The position emphasizes environment management, supply handling, and patient safety within a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualified candidates will have a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Strong professionalism and teamwork are essential for this role at this esteemed academic medical center.