Patient Care Assistant PCA - Surgical

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential nursing care under the supervision of registered nurses, ensuring patient comfort and safety. You'll assist with daily living activities, maintain cleanliness in patient areas, and document care interactions meticulously. With a focus on patient-centered care, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork and professional growth, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Earned time off

Enhanced tuition assistance

Retirement savings with employer match

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Direct patient care experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist with daily living activities and maintain cleanliness in patient areas.

Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

Job Summary

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

T3

Bariatric Surgical Unit

T3 is a 30 bed unit holding national accreditation as a Bariatric Center of Excellence for surgical weight management procedures. T3 also serves the vascular and gynecology populations, as well as other general surgical patients at RH.

N5W

Urological Surgical Unit

We are a 28-bed unit specializing in a variety of general surgeries. Our diverse patient population provides the unique opportunity to gain a broad scope of knowledge. N5W is the perfect place to grow.

N5S

Orthopedic Surgical Unit

N5S is a 26 bed unit with Advanced Joint Accreditation caring for the Joint Replacement and Orthopedic populations. The multi-disciplinary team has strong collaboration in achieving excellence in quality and patient experience.

N3W

Medical Complexity Unit

We are a 24 bed medical-surgical unit designed to treat patients who have both an active medical illness, as well as an active psychiatric illness. N3W staff work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary care team to provide holistic, patient-centered care.

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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
  
  

Overview

Why Reading Hospital?

• 2025 America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award
• Recipient of Excellence Award: Stroke Care, Neurosciences, Pulmonary Care, and Critical Care
• Magnet Status
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Ranked Among Top Ten Hospitals in Pennsylvania
• 5-Star Rating for Overall Hospital Quality
• Vizient Graduate Nurse Residency Program for all new RN grads
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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