Compassionate Patient Care Technician (PRN) – Rotating Weekends

Avera Queen of Peace; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is seeking a PRN Patient Care Assistant to support routine patient care and support services under nurse or physician direction. The role includes assisting with ambulation, bathing, feeding, and daily routine tasks to ensure high quality patient care.

The position requires completion of CNA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Interaction with a multidisciplinary team is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work the hours specified.
• Must have visual acuity adequate to perform duties and communicate effectively.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and direct patient care: ambulating, bathing, positioning, feeding, and other care tasks.
• Responds promptly to patient call lights and assists patients as needed.
• Greets patients and visitors, answers inquiries, and assists with messages and deliveries for patients.
• Assists with mobility and transfer of patients, and assists with diagnostic and therapeutic services coordination.
• Answers phone, operates paging system, and assists during emergencies.
• Prepares requisitions and coordinates appointments with departments.
• Schedules outpatient appointments for discharged patients and handles office tasks.
• Requests services such as Chaplain, social services, and pastoral care.
• Performs clerical duties related to admissions, discharges, and chart preparation.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

High School Diploma

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board

Job description

Avera Queen of Peace Hospital is seeking a PRN Patient Care Assistant to support routine patient care and support services under nurse or physician direction. The role includes assisting with ambulation, bathing, feeding, and daily routine tasks to ensure high quality patient care.

The position requires completion of CNA certification, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays. Interaction with a multidisciplinary team is essential.