Patient Care Assistant - T1

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses, ensuring their comfort and safety. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, maintaining accurate medical records, and supporting patient flow within the hospital. The position offers a collaborative environment where professional behavior is valued. With comprehensive benefits such as earned time off and tuition assistance, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in patient care.

Benefits

Earned time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings with employer match

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Direct patient care experience preferred but not required.
• BLS Certification and PA Nurse Aide Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with daily living activities and maintain patient records.
• Ensure patient safety and cleanliness of patient areas.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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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 Living activities within a hospital setting (bathing, changing, toileting, dressing, etc.)
• Light housekeeping in patient rooms, 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 accurate electronic medical records and properly documenting all patient care interactions.
• Reviewing and discussing patient care plans and ongoing activities 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 the nursing staff, disposes of used items properly, and processes reusable items for sterilization and reuse.
• Demonstrates knowledge and execution of correct patient safety practices.
• Demonstrates responsible, professional behavior in all aspects of the job, working in a team setting.
• Offers comprehensive benefits including earned time off, tuition assistance, retirement savings with employer match, and more.

Job Summary

• The Patient Care Assistant provides nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• All duties are subject to change but include:
• Assisted Daily Living activities
• Light housekeeping
• Clinical patient care
• Assisting with call lights and patient/family orientation
• Maintaining medical records
• Discussing care plans with RNs
• Managing patient flow
• Cleaning and sterilizing patient rooms and equipment
• Following patient safety practices
• Exhibiting professional, team-oriented behavior
• Benefits include earned time off, tuition assistance, retirement plan, and more.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.

Experience

• Direct patient care experience is preferred but not required.

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• PA Nurse Aide Certification for TSU at Reading Health Rehabilitation Hospital

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Overview

Why Reading Hospital?

• 2025 America’s 50 Best Hospitals Award
• Excellence Awards in Stroke Care, Neurosciences, Pulmonary Care, Critical Care
• Magnet Status
• Level 1 Trauma Center
• Top ten hospital ranking in Pennsylvania
• 5-star hospital quality rating
• Vizient Graduate Nurse Residency Program for new RN grads

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