Patient Care Asst

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for part-time work to provide essential nursing care to patients under the guidance of registered nurses. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with BLS certification, emphasizing customer service and teamwork. Ideal candidates should have a genuine service orientation and the ability to handle patient needs with attention and empathy.

Qualifications

• Completes all required competencies and training for role.
• No experience required.
• Certification in BLS and, if applicable, PA Nurse Aide Certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Perform routine direct patient care activities as per established policies.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail Oriented

Epic Proficiency

Excellent Communication Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Good Reasoning Skills

Listening Skills

Medical Terminology

Problem Solving Skills

Service Orientation

Strategic Thinking

Strong Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED or Relevant Experience

Tools

BLS Certification

PA Nurse Aide Certification

Job description

The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse. Incumbents perform routine direct patient care activities following established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of the patient.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education

Experience

• No Experience required

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

• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Epic Proficiency
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Good Reasoning Skills
• Listening Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Problem Solving Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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