Evening Patient Care Assistant — 3PM to 11PM Shift

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Medical Surgical 6A Evening Shift (3PM to 11PM). Provides direct/indirect patient care under RN guidance and supports daily living activities, vital signs, ECGs, and glucose checks. Must complete onsite nursing certification within 90 days if not certified at hire.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; nursing assistant or medical assistant program, or clinical rotation preferred. BLS required; CNA or CMA preferred.

Qualifications

• Direct and indirect patient care under RN guidance.
• Incorporates customer service principles in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Measure vital signs and perform ECGs as needed.
• Assist with activities of daily living and basic patient care.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition and equipment functioning.

Skills

Vital signs

ECGs

Capillary blood glucose

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant program or clinical rotation

Job description

Temple Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Medical Surgical 6A Evening Shift (3PM to 11PM). Provides direct/indirect patient care under RN guidance and supports daily living activities, vital signs, ECGs, and glucose checks. Must complete onsite nursing certification within 90 days if not certified at hire.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; nursing assistant or medical assistant program, or clinical rotation preferred. BLS required; CNA or CMA preferred.