Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Services

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Medical

Dental

Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare seeks a Patient Care Assistant for St Mary’s Hospital, Kankakee, IL. The role provides bedside support, assists with daily living activities, and helps maintain a safe patient environment under RN supervision at night in a part-time capacity.

The ideal candidate will have phlebotomy and EKG certs (preferred), BLS within 30 days, knowledge of medical terminology, and prior experience in acute care settings or clinics. CNA certification is preferred where required.

Qualifications

• Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
• Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
• Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

Medical Terminology

BLS (AHA)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA State approved Certification

Job description

Overview

Department:Emergency Services

Shift:Part Time; Nights

Facility:St Mary's Hospital

Location:Kankakee, IL

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

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.

Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to,

• paid time off
• a 401K retirement plan
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• tuition reimbursement
• many more voluntary benefit options

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.00 to $26.68. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

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The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Part Time < 60

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