Patient Care Assistant - Medical Unit

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings with employer match

Life insurance

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Reading, PA, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide crucial nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses. This role involves assisting patients with daily living activities, maintaining cleanliness in patient areas, and documenting medical interactions. Ideal candidates are at least 18 years old, with direct patient care experience preferred. BLS Certification is required, and those hired for the Transitional Sub-Acute Unit need PA Nurse Aide Certification. Comprehensive benefits and flexible scheduling are offered.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under registered nurse supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities and patient rooms cleanliness.
• Maintain correct electronic medical records.
• Enhance patient flow and maintain safety practices.
• Demonstrate professional behavior as part of the team.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Education

At least 18 years of age

Tools

BLS Certification

PA Nurse Aide Certification (if hired for TSU)

Job description

Overview

The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• All Patient care assistant duties are subject, but not limited to:
• Assisted Daily Livings within a hospital setting (bathing, changing, toileting, dressing, etc..)
• Light Housekeeping in the patient rooms, as well as maintaining cleanliness in the utility rooms, linen and storage closets, and hallways.
• Clinical patient care that does not require a nursing license to perform
• Assisting with call lights, phone operations, and orienting patient families/visitors, and maintaining properly stocked patient care areas.
• Maintaining correct electronic medical records, and properly documenting all patient care interactions.
• Reviews and discusses patient care plans, as well as ongoing patient care activities with the assigned Registered Nurse.
• Maintains efficient patient flow by being aware of room availability and patient intakes/discharges.
• Cleans patient rooms after patient discharge with the assistance of the nursing staff, and properly disposes of all items used during a patient stay in the proper containers. Reusable items must be correctly processed for sterilization and reuse.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and execution of correct patient safety practices.
• Demonstrates responsible, professional behavior in all aspects of the job, while working in a team setting.
• Comprehensive benefits to include earned time off, enhanced tuition assistance, retirement savings with employer match and so much more.

Benefits

• Shared Governance, and our Career Advancement Program.
• Enjoy flexible scheduling, generous time off, tuition reimbursement, generous benefits, & pay.
• Enhanced tuition assistance, retirement savings with employer match, life insurance and so much more!
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial convenience and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Experience
• Direct patient care experience preferred, but not required for employment.

• Certification and Licensure
• BLS Certification
• If hired for the Transitional Sub-Acute Unit (TSU) at Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital (RHRH), PA Nurse Aide Certification

• Required Skills
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Note: This description does not include all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned and is subject to change as needed by the organization.