Patient Care Assistant 8B-Lung Transplant Unit Part-time 24hrs Nights Flex 11p-7a

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Patient Care Assistant in a dynamic lung transplant unit. This part-time role involves providing essential patient care, ensuring comfort, safety, and emergency measures while working closely with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. You will play a crucial role in implementing care plans and monitoring patient conditions, contributing to a supportive environment that prioritizes patient well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and possess the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a patient care role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Measures vital signs and performs ECGs as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Emergency Procedures

Patient Comfort and Safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program

Tools

ECG Equipment

Patient Care Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Assistant 8B-Lung Transplant Unit

Part-time 24hrs Nights Flex 11p-7a (11PM to 7:30AM) (250938)

Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse. Responsible for implementing components of the plan of care based on physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs. Provides comfort, safety, and emergency measures; activities of daily living: personal care needs, nutritional and elimination needs. Measures vital signs, performs ECGs, and capillary blood glucose needs. Observes and reports the functioning of equipment, the results of treatments, condition of dressings, and any change in patient condition. Incorporates the concepts of the Hospital's Customer Service Program into all aspects of patient care activities (i.e. confidentiality, responsiveness, caring). Accountable to the Nurse Manager or designee for all activities. Adheres to policies and procedures of the department. If certification is not present at hire, employee must successfully complete the onsite nursing certification program within 90 days of hire.

Education

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2. Other: Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program or completion of at least one clinical rotation in an accredited Nursing program (Preferred)

Experience

1. 1 Year experience in a patient care role (Preferred)

License/Certifications

1. BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
2. CMA - Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
3. CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.