Part-Time Patient Care Assistant – Compassionate Support

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is hiring a Part Time .8FTE (32hrs/week) unlicensed patient care support. You will assist with direct patient care under supervision, manage supplies, document care, and support admission, discharge, and daily unit operations.

Responsibilities include patient mobility support, safety procedures, and responding to call lights promptly. Requires HS diploma and CPR/BLS within 30 days of hire; position emphasizes collaboration and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of the educational requirements (additional formal education/training; maximum supervision for initial competency; yearly competency evaluation and training).
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care in accordance with established methods and procedures, under supervision.
• Orders and stocks supplies to meet unit/department needs; demonstrates awareness of cost containment practices.
• Documents accurately and timely according to unit/department standards; reports unusual situations promptly to the RN or Nurse Manager.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures; answers patient call lights independently and promptly.
• Safely assist in mobilizing, turning, and positioning of patients; use of assistive devices and mechanical lifts.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is hiring a Part Time .8FTE (32hrs/week) unlicensed patient care support. You will assist with direct patient care under supervision, manage supplies, document care, and support admission, discharge, and daily unit operations.

Responsibilities include patient mobility support, safety procedures, and responding to call lights promptly. Requires HS diploma and CPR/BLS within 30 days of hire; position emphasizes collaboration and compassionate care.