Patient Care Aide : PRN

Valley Hope Association; Moundridge (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Hope of Moundridge is seeking a Patient Care Aide - PRN to join our dedicated team in a residential treatment setting north of Wichita. The role focuses on assisting nursing staff, monitoring vital signs, transporting patients, and maintaining clean, safe care areas.

The successful candidate will have a valid driver’s license, CPR certification (or plan to obtain within 30 days), and healthcare experience. Phlebotomy certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires valid and unrestricted driver’s license.
• One year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare setting preferred.
• CPR certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients according to treatment plans.
• Measures vital signs and monitors patient health.
• Assists patients with daily activities and needs.
• Communicates with nursing and clinical staff regarding patient treatment and status.
• Records treatment activities and patient observations accurately and timely.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Maintains a safe, sanitary environment with infection control practices.
• Adheres to HIPAA and privacy policies.
• Keeps knowledge of procedures current and compliant with state and federal guidelines.
• Obtains CPR certification within the first six months of employment; phlebotomy certification preferred.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Education

Driver's license

Phlebotomy certification

CPR certification

Healthcare experience (1 year)

Job description

• On-site
• Nursing
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: PATIE006624

Description

Patient Care Aide (PCA): PRN

Valley Hope of Moundridge, has an exciting opportunity for a Patient Care Aide - PRN to join our dedicated and passionate team!

Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery. At Valley Hope, our mission comes to life through our core values of Character, Compassion, and Commitment. Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? If so, Valley Hope welcomes you!

Located just north of Wichita, Valley Hope of Moundridge, has provided residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment services since 2010. Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license is required
• One (1) year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care is preferred
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required; or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

COMPENSATION:

• Starting base pay is $19.00 per hour

Shift Differentials:

• Night: $4.25

JOB SUMMARY:

• Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients in accordance with identified treatment plans.
• Measures vital signs patients and monitors the health of patients.
• Assists patients with everyday needs.
• Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
• Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection and HIPPA.
• Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
• Obtains (within first six months of employment) and maintains Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility

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