Patient Care Assistant: Compassionate Nursing Support

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff by delivering direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED or relevant experience, with BLS certification as required by the department. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective teamwork in a busy

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma or GED or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education
• No experience required or preferred depending on department
• BLS Certification required based on department

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under supervision/direction of a registered nurse.
• Perform routine direct patient care activities per policies and procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Excellent communications

Excellent interpersonal

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Multiline telephone

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Relevant experience in lieu of education

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Job description

Reading Hospital, part of Tower Health, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff by delivering direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes safety, comfort, and adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED or relevant experience, with BLS certification as required by the department. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for effective teamwork in a busy