Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Services

Lower Bucks Hosp; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol, PA, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join our dedicated team on the night shift.

You will assist patients with activities of daily living, provide basic nursing care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, and help maintain a safe environment. Preferred candidates hold phlebotomy, EKG, and BLS certifications, plus CNA credentials.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification preferred; must be current upon hire.
• EKG certification preferred; must be current upon hire.
• BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum six months acute care hospital or physician’s office experience preferred.
• CNA state-certified preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide basic nursing care under RN supervision.
• Maintain a safe environment on the unit.

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA) certification

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Lower Bucks Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.

2. Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.

3. Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.

4. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

5. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (as applicable required):

6. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State approved Certification required.

7. High School Diploma or equivalent

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf