Patient Care Assistant - Rehab

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

Job summary

Reading Hospital in Reading, Berks County is looking for a dedicated CNA to provide essential nursing care to patients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, clinical patient care, and maintaining electronic medical records.

Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, relevant experience, and certifications. Strong customer service and communication skills are essential. Join our team to make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Relevant experience in nursing care.
• Must have PA Nurse Aide Certification and BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Listening Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

• The CNA is responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
• All CNA duties are subject, but not limited to: Assisting with Daily Livings within a hospital setting (bathing, changing, toileting, dressing, etc.), Light Housekeeping in the patient rooms and 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, Maintaining properly stocked patient care areas, Maintaining correct electronic medical records and documenting all patient care interactions, Reviews and discusses patient care plans with the assigned Registered Nurse, Maintaining efficient patient flow by being aware of room availability and patient intakes/discharges, Cleans patient rooms after discharge with assistance of nursing staff and disposing of all items used during a patient stay in proper containers. Reusable items must be correctly processed for sterilization and reuse, Demonstrates knowledge and execution of correct patient safety practices, Demonstrates responsible, professional behavior in all aspects of the job, while working in a team setting.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma - OR - GED

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• PA Nurse Aide Certification
• BLS Certification

Required Skills

• Customer Service Skills
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Listening Skills
• Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word