Patient Care Assistant Per Diem

Hunterdon Healthcare; Flemington (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to deliver quality patient care under RN direction. This role involves total patient care assistance, promoting safety, and maintaining an organized work environment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, with opportunities for career growth and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings

Qualifications

• State Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification or non-certified with acute care experience is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Crisis Prevention (CPI) training required.

Responsibilities

• Assistance with total patient care under the direction of the RN.
• Promotes patient safety.
• Supports an organized work environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of basic patient care equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PositionSummary

Provides quality patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Works within the guidelines of established practice for the Patient Care Assistant at HMC. Supports the mission, philosophy, and objectives of Hunterdon Medical Center.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1. Assistance with total patient care under the direction of the RN

2. Promotes Patient Safety

3. Promotes and supports an organized work environment

4. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):

Required:

None

Preferred:

One year acute care nursing assistant experience.

License, Registry or Certification :

Required:

State Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification OR non-certified nursing assistant with acute care hospital experience required. CPR certification is required. Crisis Prevention (CPI) training is required, and must be renewed annually. If not certified upon hire, must obtain certification within 6 months. CPI Course will be provided at Hunterdon.

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities :

Required:

Normal knowledge of basic patient care equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers. Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefitofferings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).