Compassionate Patient Care Assistant | Vital Signs & EKG

St. Luke's University Health Network; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care and participate in data collection, planning and implementation of care.

The role includes vital signs, intake/output measurements, EKGs, glucometry, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and thorough documentation. The position emphasizes patient comfort, following treatment plans, and collaboration with licensed staff. Flexibility to float per unit policy is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Health care specialty training preferred.
• BLS certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs and intake/output measurements as assigned.
• Follows treatment plan as directed by licensed personnel.
• Performs other duties to ensure patient comfort and satisfaction with service.
• Performs patient mobilization using appropriate body mechanics and assistive devices.
• Communicates changes in patient conditions and unit concerns with the team.
• Restocks unit supplies and performs equipment checks as appropriate.
• Participates in unit-based performance improvement and monitors budget.

Skills

Vital signs

EKGs

Glucometry

Phlebotomy

Specimen collection

Documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Health care specialty training preferred

BLS certification within 60 days

Job description

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care and participate in data collection, planning and implementation of care.

The role includes vital signs, intake/output measurements, EKGs, glucometry, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and thorough documentation. The position emphasizes patient comfort, following treatment plans, and collaboration with licensed staff. Flexibility to float per unit policy is required.