Compassionate Patient Care & Support Specialist

Hospital for Special Care; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

403(b) retirement savings with company

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Wellness programs

Employee referral bonus

Recognition initiatives

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Patient Support Associate for the Transitional Rehabilitation Unit. The role involves supervising patients, assisting with transfers, preparing equipment, and maintaining a clean unit environment.

The position supports licensed nurses and may involve clerical tasks in the staffing office. This non-skilled role focuses on safety, basic patient care, and efficient unit operations within a 40-hour work week on the First Shift.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read, write and understand directions in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists in lifting, transporting, turning, guarding and overall patient handling.
• Provides observation and direct assistance with patient activities as assigned under direction of licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates competency in utilizing patient related equipment as directed.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to appropriate team members.
• Provide set up and or feed assistance during mealtimes.
• Assists with maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of unit areas.
• Documents assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner using appropriate formats.
• Orders patient equipment/supplies as directed.
• Obtains, organizes and cleans equipment and supplies as directed.
• Monitors available stock and maintains neat, orderly storage of equipment/supplies on the unit as assigned.
• Provides set-up and clean -up of treatment areas.

Skills

Independent work

English comprehension

Clear communication

Experience with special needs

Basic computer knowledge

CPI or Safety Care

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

CPI or Safety Care

Job description

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Patient Support Associate for the Transitional Rehabilitation Unit. The role involves supervising patients, assisting with transfers, preparing equipment, and maintaining a clean unit environment.

The position supports licensed nurses and may involve clerical tasks in the staffing office. This non-skilled role focuses on safety, basic patient care, and efficient unit operations within a 40-hour work week on the First Shift.