Evening Med/Surg Patient Care Assistant

Temple-Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Med/Surg Trauma. The role provides direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, helping with physical, psychosocial and safety needs and supporting activities of daily living.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Up to 1 year of patient care experience is preferred, with Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant training and completion of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• On hire, if not certified, complete onsite nursing certification program within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under RN guidance.
• Measures vital signs and performs ECGs; observes equipment and treatments.
• Ensures safety, confidentiality and patient comfort; supports daily living activities.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program or clinical rotation in accredited Nursing program

Job description

Temple University Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for Med/Surg Trauma. The role provides direct and indirect patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, helping with physical, psychosocial and safety needs and supporting activities of daily living.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Up to 1 year of patient care experience is preferred, with Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant training and completion of