Compassionate Patient Care Partner

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Hazleton, PA is seeking an entry-level patient care team member for the Emergency Department. This role provides direct patient care under RN supervision and supports treatments and diagnostic tasks as needed.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED with up to 6 months of direct patient care experience. BLS is preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Up to 6 months recent experience in direct patient care activities.
• Completion of LVHN’s inexperienced technical partner course may be required.
• Ability to follow direction and provide accurate reports.
• Maintenance of unit-specific competencies.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assignments in patient care.
• Basic computer skills.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to designated patients using a patient/family-centered approach according to policies.
• Communicate findings, changes, or problems to the RN.
• Use effective verbal and non-verbal communication with patients and staff.
• Support unit and hospital goals and patient experience objectives.
• Assist with orientation of new staff as assigned.
• Perform validated technical skills based on clinical unit practice.

Skills

Direct patient care

BLS certification

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network in Hazleton, PA is seeking an entry-level patient care team member for the Emergency Department. This role provides direct patient care under RN supervision and supports treatments and diagnostic tasks as needed.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED with up to 6 months of direct patient care experience. BLS is preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced hospital setting.