Nursing Assistant Certified MAT

AECOM; Ponca City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit senior living provider in Oklahoma. As a Patient Care Assistant at Via Christi Village Ponca City, you will provide compassionate care to residents, support daily living activities, and assist healthcare professionals while enjoying competitive pay and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Medication Tech credential from the Oklahoma Dept of Human Services required.
• Nurse Aide certification required.
• BLS Provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care activities.
• Support procedures ordered by physicians and nurses.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Safety Awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department: Assisted Living & Memory Care**

+ **Schedule: Full Time and Part Time, various shifts**

+ **Facility: Via Christi Village Ponca City**

+ **Location: Ponca City, OK**

+ **Salary:** $15.51 - $20.07 per hour

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Assist with basic patient care activities.

+ Assist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical /Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) or other clinical supervisor.

+ Assist patients with tending to personal care, activities of daily living and transfers/transport.

+ Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

+ Assist with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly.

+ Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action as appropriate.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ Medication Tech credentialed from the Oklahoma Dept of Human Services under the Developmental Disabilities Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

+ Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

+ BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Living is a nationally recognized non-profit senior living provider offering rewarding career opportunities in numerous locations across 11 states and Washington D.C. As part of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, Short-term Rehabilitation, Memory Support or Long-term Care teams, you will be empowered to provide compassionate, personalized care and develop lasting relationships with our residents and their loved ones.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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