Patient Care Assistant - Days

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for nursing support roles. This position offers the opportunity to provide essential care and services in various settings, including clinics and hospitals. As a vital member of the healthcare team, you will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient conditions, and ensure a safe environment for all. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in patient care, effective communication skills, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Level I requires no prior experience; Level II requires 1 year of patient care experience.
• Knowledge of English for effective communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing tasks like taking vital signs and assisting with daily living activities.
• Chart observations and report changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Basic Nursing Practices

Record Keeping

Sanitation Techniques

Education

Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

1 Year Experience in Patient Care

Job description

Job Posting End Date: Continuous if Blank

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date: Continuous if Blank

Full/Part-Time: Full time

Job Type: Regular

Compensation:

1. Level I - $18.00 - A Long Term Care Certification (LTC) is required
2. Level II - $20.00 - A Long Term Care Certification (LTC) is required

Job Description

Basic Purpose: Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution, or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies.

Typical Functions:

1. Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens.
2. Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient's condition.
3. Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared.
4. Escorts patients to and from various destinations.
5. Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment.
6. Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions.
7. Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks.
8. Provides case finding and recruitment of at-risk persons for comprehensive health services.

Level Descriptor:

1. Level I: This is the basic level where employees perform routine entry-level work and receive training in providing care or services to patients or clients. In this role, they will primarily assist other patient care staff in performing various functions and work under close supervision.
2. Level II: This is the career level of this job family where employees perform a full range of patient care duties or services under nursing or medical direction. This includes taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, observing and charting patient information, and reporting appropriate information to supervisors. It may also include providing various outreach services to clients within the community.

Education and Experience:

1. Level I: Education and Experience required at this level is none.
2. Level II: Education and Experience required at this level consists of one year of experience in providing patient care.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

1. Level I: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
2. Level II: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to apply basic nursing techniques.

Special Requirements:

The Department of Veterans Affairs requires current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a (CNA) Certified Nursing Aide for Level I and II. Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.

Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment: The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.