Compassionate Patient Care Aide | Team-Based Support

Beacon Health System; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in Elkhart, Indiana, seeks a Nurse Assistant to support patients with activities of daily living as delegated by an RN, while upholding Beacon values of respect, trust, integrity and compassion.

In this role you will help create a caring and healing environment, protect patient privacy, and communicate effectively with the care team to ensure safe, quality care and timely updates to patients and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Nurse Assistant certification preferred.
• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) within 3 months of hire and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living when delegated by RN.
• Keeps nurse informed of changes in patient information.
• Communicate with team to ensure safe, timely patient care.
• Participate in department meetings and maintain required education and certifications.

Skills

Vital signs

Blood pressure

Body mechanics

Scheduling flexibility

Team player

Clear communication

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma preferred

Nurse Assistant certification preferred

BCLS/CPR within 3 months

Job description

Beacon Health System in Elkhart, Indiana, seeks a Nurse Assistant to support patients with activities of daily living as delegated by an RN, while upholding Beacon values of respect, trust, integrity and compassion.

In this role you will help create a caring and healing environment, protect patient privacy, and communicate effectively with the care team to ensure safe, quality care and timely updates to patients and families.