Patient Safety Attendant - CPR Certified | Caring Care

Cooper Norcross Health; Cape May Court House (NJ); Presencial; USD 21 000 - 30 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Cooper Norcross Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide continuous observation and monitoring of patients requiring close supervision, ensuring safety and accurate observation documentation. You will respond to requests, assist with daily activities, and maintain a safe, clean environment under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, adherence to emergency procedures, and collaboration with nursing staff to support high-quality care and positive patient experiences.

Qualificações

• 0-2 years experience in healthcare or patient care settings.
• Required to demonstrate confidence in interpersonal relationships and effective communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide continuous observation and monitoring of patients requiring close supervision to ensure safety and prevent injury, documenting observations according to established guidelines.
• Respond promptly to patient requests, call lights, and immediate needs, communicating concerns and significant changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, ambulation, transfers, positioning, and meal preparation assistance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment by removing hazards, ensuring equipment safety, and keeping beds locked in the low position with call bells accessible.
• Support patient comfort and well-being by providing fresh drinking water, comfort measures, and a quiet, therapeutic environment.
• Assist in emergency situations, including codes, fires, electrical failures, and disaster response, following hospital policies and procedures.
• Promote positive patient and family experiences by introducing oneself, orienting patients and families to the unit, answering questions within scope, and demonstrating courteous, respectful communication.
• Collaborate effectively with nursing staff and the healthcare team by reporting completed assignments, communicating safety concerns, and contributing to quality patient care and team goals.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal relationships

Effective communication

Formação académica

High School or GED

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Cooper Norcross Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide continuous observation and monitoring of patients requiring close supervision, ensuring safety and accurate observation documentation. You will respond to requests, assist with daily activities, and maintain a safe, clean environment under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes patient comfort, adherence to emergency procedures, and collaboration with nursing staff to support high-quality care and positive patient experiences.