PATIENT CARE ASSIST

Southwest General; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest General in Middleburg Heights, Ohio is seeking a Patient Care Assistant responsible for providing patient care and maintaining a clean environment. This role requires the caregiver to demonstrate necessary knowledge and skills to care for patients across various age groups.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with certification in CPR and preferred experience in healthcare. Candidates should also have a STNA and basic Life Support Certificate.

Qualifications

• Six months previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• STNA and basic Life Support Certificate preferred.
• Must maintain certification in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Providing or assisting with patients' care.
• Transporting and maintaining a safe environment.
• Documenting on appropriate forms.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Category

Nursing Support/Patient Services

A caregiver that is responsible for providing or assisting with patients' care, transporting, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and documenting on appropriate forms. The Patient Care Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age and/or psycho-social maturity.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required length and type of experience:

Six (6) months previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred. STNA and basic Life Support Certificate preferred.

Required licensure, certification or registry:

Must maintain certification in CPR and be able to provide basic life support (may obtain with 90 days of hire)