Pediatric Patient Support Specialist

Hospital for Special Care; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Employer match up to 6%

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Onsite fitness center

Employee referral program

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT is seeking a Patient Support Associate for the Pediatric Unit on the Second Shift. This role focuses on patient supervision, transporting patients for treatment, preparing equipment, and maintaining a clean environment while collaborating with licensed nurses.

Qualifications include the ability to work independently, read/write English, and clear communication. Preferred experience with special needs populations, and CPI/Safety Care knowledge are

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read, write and understand directions in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists in lifting, transporting, turning, guarding and overall patient handling utilizing proper body mechanics and safety awareness.
• Provides observation and direct assistance with patient activities as assigned under direction of licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates competency in utilizing patient related equipment as directed.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to appropriate team members.
• Provide set up and or feed assistance during mealtimes.
• Assists with maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of unit areas.
• Documents assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner using appropriate formats.
• Orders patient equipment/supplies as directed.
• Obtains, organizes and cleans equipment and supplies as directed.
• Monitors available stock and maintains neat, orderly storage of equipment/supplies on the unit as assigned.
• Provides set-up and clean -up of treatment areas (i.e. pillows, linens, mats, treatment tables, etc.).
• Performs miscellaneous clerical and staffing office duties as needed.
• Prioritizes tasks in order to complete assignments seeking supervisory guidance as needed.

Skills

Independent work

English literacy

Clear communication

CPI or Safety Care

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT is seeking a Patient Support Associate for the Pediatric Unit on the Second Shift. This role focuses on patient supervision, transporting patients for treatment, preparing equipment, and maintaining a clean environment while collaborating with licensed nurses.

Qualifications include the ability to work independently, read/write English, and clear communication. Preferred experience with special needs populations, and CPI/Safety Care knowledge are