Peri-Operative Patient Care & Transport Aide

Knox Community Hospital; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Knox Community Hospital in Mount Vernon, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant/Transporter for the Peri-Operative Services team. This full-time role delivers direct and indirect patient care across age ranges from neonate to geriatric under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

You will document accurately, communicate with the care team, and support safe, age-specific care. CPR certification is required; CNA/MA is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CNA or MA certification preferred.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct and indirect patient care to patients of all ages under supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality age-specific care.
• Documents accurately and in a timely manner.
• Communicates and collaborates with other healthcare team members.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA/MA Preferred

Job description

Knox Community Hospital in Mount Vernon, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant/Transporter for the Peri-Operative Services team. This full-time role delivers direct and indirect patient care across age ranges from neonate to geriatric under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

You will document accurately, communicate with the care team, and support safe, age-specific care. CPR certification is required; CNA/MA is preferred.