Part-Time Patient Care Aide: Compassionate Support

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking individuals to assist with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision in Lancaster, PA. The role supports environment and supply management, patient documentation, and coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualified candidates will have a HS diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Completion of educational requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Maintain environment per OSHA standards and unit practices.
• Order and stock supplies; monitor inventory and cost containment.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly.
• Respond to patient calls and urgent needs; communicate to RN.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge processes.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Prioritization

Prompt responses

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

CPR/BLS within 30 days

Tools

Unit/department computer systems

Job description

Penn Medicine is seeking individuals to assist with direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision in Lancaster, PA. The role supports environment and supply management, patient documentation, and coordination of admissions, transfers, and discharges in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualified candidates will have a HS diploma or GED, CPR/BLS certification within 30 days, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.