PICU Patient Care Assistant — Evening Shift

Shriners Hospitals for Children; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant for our PICU. You will assist in delivering patient care under RN supervision and help keep a safe, compassionate environment for children and their families.

Evening hours from 3:30pm to 12:00am require CPR certification, CNA credential, and HS diploma. Preference given to those with pediatric experience; compensation determined by years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides direct patient care and performs routine tasks as assigned.
• Must consistently demonstrate caring and appropriate behavior when interacting with patients and families.
• Monitors children’s activities and maintains a safe physical and psychosocial environment for children.
• Answers telephones, triages phone calls appropriately.
• Completes purchase orders for PICU and inpatient unit.
• Maintains unit supplies and monitors inventory.
• Assists with routine secretarial assistance such as copying, faxing, and typing.
• Assist with patient transport.
• Schedule appointments with consultants, radiology, and other imaging services.
• Assists with performance improvement processes and gathering data.

Skills

CNA

CPR

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Shriners Children’s Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant for our PICU. You will assist in delivering patient care under RN supervision and help keep a safe, compassionate environment for children and their families.

Evening hours from 3:30pm to 12:00am require CPR certification, CNA credential, and HS diploma. Preference given to those with pediatric experience; compensation determined by years of relevant experience.