Patient Care Aide PRN | Flexible Shifts & Tuition Assistance

Valley Hope; Kansas; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage up to 85% of premiums

Dental & Vision plans

Up to 27 days PTO

8 paid holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment support

PSLF eligible employer

HSA & FSA options

EAP

Job summary

Valley Hope of Norton is seeking a Patient Care Aide on a PRN basis to assist nursing staff in providing care, monitor vital signs, and support patients with daily needs. Located in northwest Kansas, the role offers flexible, self-scheduling with weekend/holiday rotations and opportunities for nursing career advancement through our tuition assistance program.

Eligible candidates should have a CPR certification and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Valid and unrestricted driver's license.
• CPR certification; or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Associate’s degree with an emphasis in nursing preferred.
• One year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care.
• Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

Job description

Valley Hope of Norton is seeking a Patient Care Aide on a PRN basis to assist nursing staff in providing care, monitor vital signs, and support patients with daily needs. Located in northwest Kansas, the role offers flexible, self-scheduling with weekend/holiday rotations and opportunities for nursing career advancement through our tuition assistance program.

Eligible candidates should have a CPR certification and a valid driver’s license.