PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT OBSERVATION

Southwest General; Middleburg Heights (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community hospital is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their dynamic observation unit. This role involves providing essential care to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety while monitoring their condition. The fast-paced environment offers a unique opportunity for new graduates to enhance their nursing skills and make a meaningful impact in patient care. With a strong commitment to community service and a supportive team culture, this position is perfect for those passionate about healthcare and looking to grow in their careers. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development!

Benefits

Free Parking

No Rotating Shifts

Close to Turnpike

Great Benefits

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills to provide care to various age groups.
• Six months of prior healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist with patient care and maintain a safe environment.
• Monitor equipment function and document on appropriate forms.

Skills

Patient Care

Monitoring Equipment

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

• Job Category Nursing Support/Patient Services

Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years!

Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback

PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT OBSERVATION

1DOU is a 30 bed observation unit with mostly telemetry and med/surg type patients. Most patients are on the floor for 24-48 hours for observation, or up to 3 days if admitted inpatient. A fast-paced unit, 1DOU has many admissions and discharges every day. They welcome new grads to their unit, and it is a great place to solidify nursing skills.

HOURS:

POSITION SUMMARY:
A caregiver that is responsible for providing or assisting with patients' care, transporting, maintaining a safe and clean environment, monitoring equipment function and responsible for documenting on appropriate forms. The Patient Care Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age and/or psycho-social maturity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
High school diploma or GED required.

Required length of experience:
Six (6) months of prior healthcare experience preferred.
STNA preferred but not required.

Required licensure, certification, and/or registry:
BLS required, may obtain within 90 days of hire.