Direct Patient Care Partner (Day Shift)

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Hazleton, Northern (Luzerne County, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Part-Time Patient Care Partner for the Med Surg unit in Hazleton, with a Day Shift (7a-7:30pm), every other weekend and rotating holidays. Provides direct patient care under RN guidance and supports unit goals.

Emphasizes patient/family centered care and effective communication within the care team. Requires a High School Diploma/GED and Basic Life Support certification within 30 days, plus six months of direct patient care experience or LVHN's

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Six months of recent experience in direct patient care or LVHN's inexperienced technical partner course.
• Ability to follow directions and provide accurate reports.
• Basic computer skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• AHA BLS certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with treatments and diagnostic studies as directed.
• Communicate patient needs and changes to the RN promptly.
• Support unit goals and assure patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Part-Time Patient Care Partner for the Med Surg unit in Hazleton, with a Day Shift (7a-7:30pm), every other weekend and rotating holidays. Provides direct patient care under RN guidance and supports unit goals.

Emphasizes patient/family centered care and effective communication within the care team. Requires a High School Diploma/GED and Basic Life Support certification within 30 days, plus six months of direct patient care experience or LVHN's