PRN PCA/Bath Aide

650 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 50,145,000 - 70,202,000; Part time

Job summary

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Ardmore Veterans Home is seeking a part-time PRN PCA/Bath Aide to provide direct and indirect nursing care under supervision. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, charting, and ensuring a safe environment.

The position requires one year of patient care experience, Oklahoma Long Term Care License, and CNA certification according to state health standards. Possibly related licensing and safety checks apply.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in providing patient care.
• Oklahoma Long Term Care License required.
• Current CNA certification (Level I or II) as per Oklahoma State Department of Health.
• Possible driver’s license (Oklahoma) or Class C CDL depending on agency needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to follow directions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Chart observations and report changes to supervisors.
• Escort patients to and from destinations and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Assist with basic nursing tasks and order supplies as needed.
• Participate in follow-up activities and scheduling of appointments.
• Provide outreach and support to patients and caregivers.

Job description

Job Posting Title PRN PCA/Bath Aide Agency 650

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS Supervisory Organization Ardmore Veterans Home

Job Posting End Date: Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank).

Full/Part-Time: Part time. Job Type: Temporary.

• Compensation: $30.00 hourly.
• 28 hours per week.
• Must possess an Oklahoma Long Term Care License.

Job Description Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies.

Typical Functions

• Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens.
• Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient’s condition.
• Performs delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared.
• Escorts patients to and from various destinations.
• Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment.
• Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions.
• Participates in follow-up activities and tracking clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks.
• Provides case finding and recruitment of at risk persons for comprehensive health services.

Level Descriptor Levels are distinguished based on the complexity of assigned duties, the level of expertise required for completion of work assignments, and the responsibility assigned for the supervision of others. This is the career level of this job family where employees perform a full range of patient care duties or services under nursing or medical direction. This includes taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, assisting with activities of daily living, observing and charting patient information, and reporting appropriate information to supervisors. It may also include providing various outreach services to clients within the community.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience required at this level consists of one year of experience in providing patient care.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of the English language in order to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology. Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; and to apply basic nursing techniques.

Special Requirements

• Some positions may require the possession of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and/or possession of a Class C (CDL) Commercial Drivers License at the time of appointment.
• Some agencies may require the translation of health information for non-English speaking clients.
• The Department of Veterans Affairs requires current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a (CNA) Certified Nursing Aide for Level I and II.
• Level III requires certification as a (CMA-A) Certified Medication Aide Advanced by the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
• The Oklahoma Department of Corrections requires current certification in good standing by the Oklahoma State Department of Health as a (CMA) Certified Medication Aide for all levels of the Patient Care Assistant job family.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.
• Some agencies may have determined positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined by63O.S.§427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions.

Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between.

Industries: Government Administration Worker Size: 10,001+ Employees Headquarters: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment.