Inpatient PCA — Impactful Care & Growth

United Surgical Partners International; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401k retirement plan

Paid holidays

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance (voluntary)

Job summary

Surgical Institute of Reading is seeking a Patient Care Aide to join our Inpatient Unit. The role provides direct patient care by assisting with linens, ambulation, and transport, while supporting examinations and procedures and recording vital signs.

Our team emphasizes safety, efficiency, and patient-focused service. The schedule is 7:00AM to 3:00PM, with a strong emphasis on infection control, teamwork, and compassionate patient care as we strive to exceed expectations and deliver

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant License - preferred.
• Current BLS.
• Demonstrates necessary clinical competency.

Responsibilities

• Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
• Follows standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for peri-operative nursing care according to accepted standards.
• Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge in aseptic technique.
• Demonstrates ability to understand the unique needs of each age group of the patient population.
• Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens.
• Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.
• Uses good body mechanics.
• Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations.
• Able to take vital signs, apply monitors, and document appropriately.
• Performs procedures within scope of practice, including, but not limited to finger stick for blood glucose, bladder scanning, and straight catheterization.
• Informs Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.
• Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.

Skills

Clinical competency

Teamwork

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (preferred)

Current BLS

Job description

Surgical Institute of Reading is seeking a Patient Care Aide to join our Inpatient Unit. The role provides direct patient care by assisting with linens, ambulation, and transport, while supporting examinations and procedures and recording vital signs.

Our team emphasizes safety, efficiency, and patient-focused service. The schedule is 7:00AM to 3:00PM, with a strong emphasis on infection control, teamwork, and compassionate patient care as we strive to exceed expectations and deliver