PATIENT CARE ASST-Capacity Management Center- 24HR Evening Shift (3p-11p)

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their team in the Capacity Management Center. This role involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring comfort and safety while attending to the physical and emotional needs of patients. Responsibilities include measuring vital signs, performing ECGs, and assisting with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and a commitment to patient care excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a supportive healthcare environment that values compassion and quality service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• 1 year experience in a patient care role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under RN guidance.
• Measures vital signs and performs ECGs; observes patient condition.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Emergency Response

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program

Tools

BLS Certification

CMA Certification

CNA Certification

Job description

Job Description - PATIENT CARE ASST-Capacity Management Center- 24HR Evening Shift (3p-11p) (252179)

Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse. Responsible for implementing components of the plan of care based on physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs. Provides comfort, safety and emergency measures; activities of daily living: personal care needs, nutritional and elimination needs. Measures vital signs, performs ECGs, and capillary blood glucose needs. Observes and reports the functioning of equipment, the results of treatments, condition of dressings and any change in patient condition. Incorporates the concepts of the Hospital's Customer Service Program into all aspects of patient care activities (i.e. confidentiality, responsiveness, caring). Accountable to the Nurse Manager or designee for all activities. Adheres to policies and procedures of the department. If certification is not present at hire employee must successfully complete the onsite nursing certification program within 90 days of hire.

Education

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2. Other: Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program or completion of at least one clinical rotation in an accredited Nursing program (Preferred)

Experience

1. 1 Year experience in a patient care role (Preferred)

License/Certifications

1. BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
2. CMA - Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
3. CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.