patient assistant

WellSpan Hospitals in Carlisle, Newberry & Shrewsbury

<div>About Us:
<div><b>
HIGHLIGHTS</b><b>: Patient Care Assistant/PCT/C.N.A</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
FACILITY TYPE:</b> 20 bed Small-Format Hospital (10 ER, 10 Inpatient)</div><div><b>
JOB PERKS:</b> Night/Weekend shift differentials, 401K MATCH (100% vested day ONE after the eligibility period has been met!), Paid Employee Referrals! FREE Parking!</div><div></div><div><br>
We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott &amp; White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros.</div>
Position Overview:
<div>
Position responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process in a competent manner under the direction of an RN and for performing related clerical functions, must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.</div>
Essential Job Functions:
<ul><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the patient served</li><li>
Delivers appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care at a competent level as directed by a physician or registered nurse within the scope of hospital-approved PCA skills inventory according to the needs/age of the patient/population served; collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to plan, expedite and promote quality patient care; employs critical thinking skills when identifying and responding to abnormal findings, reporting such to the nurse immediately; maintains simple drainage devices; takes patient vital signs, perform blood glucose checks, perform EKGs, monitor intake and output, and maintain related records; perform skin preps and prepares patient for procedures as directed</li><li>
Answers call bells, prepares patients for meals, prepares meals and feeds patients; performs/assists with baths; assists patient in mobility; transports patients within the facility and performs assigned treatments, as directed; maintains equipment and patient rooms in orderly fashion; performs housekeeping duties for patient rooms, performs assigned data entry via computer; serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned</li><li>
Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice</li></ul>
Other Job Functions:
<ul><li>Promotes individual professional growth/development by meeting requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings/continuing education/skills competency; supports department goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor/mentor/resource to less experienced staff</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School Diploma or GED, required</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant, preferred</li><li>
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, required</li><li>
2 years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program, required (this qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma)</li><li>
Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.</li><li>
Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.</li><li>
Basic knowledge and understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions.</li><li>
Position requires fluency in English; written and verbal communication.</li><li>
Pennsylvania Candidates: Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance), &amp; Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) completed within the last 5 years, or must be obtained prior to start date.</li></ul></div>

Patient Care Assistant

Regional One Health

<div><div><div><b>Rout 3 Postpartum
</b></div><div><b>7am-7pm Full Time</b></div></div><p>
Assists staff by performing patient care activities, EKG, phlebotomy, clerical and other activities required to meet the needs of patients and in compliance with established policies and procedures. Assists with special procedures and examinations.<br>
<br>
<b>What you will do</b></p><ul><li>
Provides patient care by performing assigned tasks for patient care plan implementation by: &bull; Contributing information in day to day management of patient care. &bull; Carrying out routine nursing care measures as delegated. &bull; Work performed evidences completion of tasks as shown in patient outcomes, documentation and/or completed work. &bull; Takes and records patient&rsquo;s vital signs. Taking and recording temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration. &bull;Prepares and forwards specimens (urine, stool and sputum). &bull;Delivers activities of daily living such as hygiene, nutrition, elimination and progressive activity. &bull;Maintains records of fluid intake and output. &bull;Provides measures of comfort and convenience (i.e., water, blankets, etc.). &bull;Observes and reports patient&rsquo;s response to interventions/treatment. Completes all documentation requirements in a timely manner. &bull;Provides one-on-one to patients requiring close observation and monitoring (sitter) to ensure their safety and prevention of injury. &bull;Obtains medical and lab records. &bull;Communicates unit activities, needs and problems to appropriate staff regarding patient care. Follows-up with patients as required. &bull;Performs other procedures specific to clinical area. &bull;Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care, maintains clinical competency and meets age-specific patient needs in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner.</li><li>
Performs diagnostic EKGs as required. &bull; Informs and explains EKG test purposes and procedures to the patient prior to commencement of testing &bull; Determines proper placement and attaches electrodes to specified areas of patient's body appropriately utilizing EKG equipment. &bull; Administers EKG exam, and observes patient, EKG tracings and equipment recognizing and reporting abnormal reactions, events or technically inadequate results. &bull; Ensures accurate documentation in performing and processing all procedures including proper ordering, charging, and computer entry.</li><li>
Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy functions efficiently with a minimum of discomfort to patient, differentiating stat requests from routine samples. &bull; Performs venipuncture and skin puncture utilizing the appropriate procedure, technique and materials for each test ordered. &bull; Obtains blood/specimen and performs various screening tests as ordered for diagnostic testing. &bull; Collects venous, capillary and micro specimens from patients. &bull; Calms and reassures patients/significant other who are anxious or apprehensive about having blood specimen withdrawn; explains why specimen is needed in order to elicit cooperation. &bull; Prepares and transports specimens and test requests to appropriate laboratories.</li><li>
Interacts and communicates in a customer responsiveness and courteous manner in compliance with iRESPECT standards and promoting patient/customer satisfaction. Works collaboratively with medical/hospital staff and patients to coordinate and implement patient care activities.</li><li>
Performs clerical duties such as answering telephone, responding to call signal, filing/assembling charts, completing tab sets, transcribing orders and scheduling tests.</li><li>
Prepares and maintains required records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes. Maintains patient medical records; documents patient status and care given; performs charting duties; records activities and observations. Utilizes patient computer systems to enter and retrieve data.</li><li>
Lifts, positions and transports patients utilizing proper technique and equipment. Accompanies and remains with patient for clinical test or procedures in other departments/areas. Transports charts, specimens, equipment and supplies.</li><li>
Maintains confidentiality in matters relating to patient/family, department and hospital information. Adheres to established department and organization policies (i.e. HIPAA, Confidentiality, and Compliance Policies).</li><li>
Responds appropriately to emergency situations and notifies appropriate personnel.</li><li>
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements. &bull; Attends staff meetings, all mandatory in-service and additional continuing education as required. &bull; Responds to problems/opportunities to improve care. &bull; Supports and participates in the organization&rsquo;s Performance Improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and utilizes supplies in a cost effective manner. &bull; Assists with cleaning, restocking and preparation of patient care and supply areas/rooms (includes supplies, equipment, beds). &bull; Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor.</li><li>
Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients and personnel. Adheres to established policies, compliance/quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety practices.</li><li>
Collaborates with forensic team and law enforcement officials as it relates to the care of inmates and arrestees in order to maintain a safe and secure environment at all times.</li><li>
Provides coverage for relief and absences as required.</li><li>
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.</li></ul><ul><li>
Completion of an approved medical assistant program Required or</li><li>
Completion of a nursing assistant program with documentation of training in EKG and Phlebotomy in lieu of medical assistant training Required</li><li>
Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonatal, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient as specialty assignment dictates Required</li><li>
Current CPR/BLS certification Required</li></ul><p><b><br>
Physical Demands</b></p><ul><li>
Standing - Constantly</li><li>
Walking - Constantly</li><li>
Sitting - Rarely</li><li>
Lifting - Frequently</li><li>
Carrying - Frequently</li><li>
Pushing - Occasionally</li><li>
Pulling - Occasionally</li><li>
Climbing - Occasionally</li><li>
Balancing - Occasionally</li><li>
Stooping - Frequently</li><li>
Kneeling - Frequently</li><li>
Crouching - Frequently</li><li>
Crawling - Occasionally</li><li>
Reaching - Frequently</li><li>
Handling - Frequently</li><li>
Grasping - Frequently</li><li>
Feeling - Constantly</li><li>
Talking - Constantly</li><li>
Hearing - Constantly</li><li>
Repetitive Motions - Constantly</li><li>
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly</li></ul><p><br>
Regional One Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.</p></div>

Emerus Holdings, Inc.

<div>
 <strong>
  About Us
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  HIGHLIGHTS
 </strong>
 <strong>
  : Patient Care Assistant/PCT/C.N.A
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  FACILITY TYPE:
 </strong>
 20 bed Small-Format Hospital (10 ER, 10 Inpatient)
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  JOB PERKS:
 </strong>
 Night/Weekend shift differentials, 401K MATCH (100% vested day ONE after the eligibility period has been met!), Paid Employee Referrals! FREE Parking!
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott &amp; White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Position Overview
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Position responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process in a competent manner under the direction of an RN and for performing related clerical functions, must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Essential Job Functions
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the patient served
  </li>
  <li>
   Delivers appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care at a competent level as directed by a physician or registered nurse within the scope of hospital-approved PCA skills inventory according to the needs/age of the patient/population served; collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to plan, expedite and promote quality patient care; employs critical thinking skills when identifying and responding to abnormal findings, reporting such to the nurse immediately; maintains simple drainage devices; takes patient vital signs, perform blood glucose checks, perform EKGs, monitor intake and output, and maintain related records; perform skin preps and prepares patient for procedures as directed
  </li>
  <li>
   Answers call bells, prepares patients for meals, prepares meals and feeds patients; performs/assists with baths; assists patient in mobility; transports patients within the facility and performs assigned treatments, as directed; maintains equipment and patient rooms in orderly fashion; performs housekeeping duties for patient rooms, performs assigned data entry via computer; serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Other Job Functions
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Promotes individual professional growth/development by meeting requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings/continuing education/skills competency; supports department goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor/mentor/resource to less experienced staff
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Basic Qualifications
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   High School Diploma or GED, required
  </li>
  <li>
   Certified Nursing Assistant, preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, required
  </li>
  <li>
   2 years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program, required (this qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma)
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting.
  </li>
  <li>
   Basic knowledge and understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Position requires fluency in English; written and verbal communication.
  </li>
  <li>
   Pennsylvania Candidates: Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance), &amp; Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) completed within the last 5 years, or must be obtained prior to start date.
  </li>
 </ul>
</div>


Emerus

Covenant Health

<div>
 <strong>
  Patient Care Assistant
 </strong>
 <strong>
  , Medical Surgical Unit
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Full Time, 72 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shifts
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Roane Medical Center Overview
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Proudly serving our community, Roane Medical Center is committed to your healthy future! Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with modern technologies and expert staff to provide you the best possible patient care. From our quality medical, surgical, emergency and critical care services to our diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation support, you will find the right blends of technical expertise, medical professionalism, and patient quality and satisfaction at Roane Medical Center.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Position Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Functions as a direct patient caregiver performing tasks to assist registered nurses. Performs hands-on care, assistance with ADL&rsquo;s and specified technical tasks for a group of patients under the supervision of the Team Leader.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strives to achieve high customer satisfaction by using Journey to Excellence tactics including but not limited to, AIDET, bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding, careboard completion, narrating the care, etc.
  </li>
  <li>
   Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration rates, blood pressures, weights, heights, and intake-output measurements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Encourage patients to turn, cough, and take deep breaths and to use incentive spirometry as specified by Plan of Care.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ambulate, and assist patients in and out of bed, into wheelchairs and transport when necessary.
  </li>
  <li>
   Attends to nutritional needs of patient which may include distributing meal trays, feeding, filling and passing out water pitchers,
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides morning or evening care, which may include bed bath, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, dressing patient, changing bed linen, cleaning over-bed table and bedside stand, straightening room, and other supportive care as needed.
  </li>
  <li>
   Empty drains, canisters, urine bags, bedpans and emesis basins and record intake and output.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists in maintaining a safe environment, which may include reporting equipment that is out of order, appropriate handling of linen and storing of supplies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides general care such as positioning, lifting or turning patients; assisting in use of bedpan, urinal or commode; preoperative supportive care; and application/removal of abdominal binders or anti-embolism stockings and sequential compression devices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Empty &amp; clean ostomy bag, per procedure.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collect urine, stool and sputum specimen as ordered.
  </li>
  <li>
   Perform tasks such as ROM, assist with ambulatory devices as specified by the patients' plan of care.
  </li>
  <li>
   Perform phlebotomy (requires additional training). To include correct labeling using two patient identifiers, maintenance of lab-draw supplies, rotating and restocking.
  </li>
  <li>
   Perform EKG (requires special training).
  </li>
  <li>
   Promptly answer patient call lights and respond to patient requests.
  </li>
  <li>
   Report significant changes in patients' condition to RN.
  </li>
  <li>
   Help to maintain clean and orderly patient and work environment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Document/maintain patient record as appropriate.
  </li>
  <li>
   Gathers equipment for O2 set up. Checks O2 for connection and proper placement.
  </li>
  <li>
   Checks for proper functioning of equipment at patient bedside
  </li>
  <li>
   21 Ambulate patients with oxygen.
  </li>
  <li>
   Set up suction equipment and check for proper function.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrates knowledge and competency in providing for age-specific needs of the population served.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrates ability to perform skills on the Nursing Assistant checklist.
  </li>
  <li>
   Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs other duties as assigned. Not to exceed scope of practice.
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Minimum Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Minimum Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Medical terminology a plus. Must successfully complete Covenant&rsquo;s orientation and Nursing Assistant in-house training program before being permitted to work with patients.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Licensure Requirement
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 CPR required.
</div>


PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT

<div>About Us:
<div><b>
HIGHLIGHTS</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
SHIFT:</b><b> DAYS (7a-7p)</b></div><div><b>
JOB TYPE</b>: FULL TIME</div><div><b>
FACILITY </b><b>TYPE</b>: 16 bed Small-Format Hospital (8 ER, 8 Inpatient)</div><div><b>
PERKS:</b> Night/Weekend shift differentials, 401K MATCH (100% vested day ONE!), Paid Referrals!</div><div></div><div><br>
We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott &amp; White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros.</div>
Position Overview:
<div>
Position responsible for performing advanced indirect and selected direct patient care duties in support of the nursing process in a competent manner under the direction of an RN and for performing related clerical functions, must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.</div>
Essential Job Functions:
<ul><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the patient served</li><li>
Delivers appropriate advanced indirect and selected direct patient care at a competent level as directed by a physician or registered nurse within the scope of hospital-approved PCA skills inventory according to the needs/age of the patient/population served; collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to plan, expedite and promote quality patient care; employs critical thinking skills when identifying and responding to abnormal findings, reporting such to the nurse immediately; maintains simple drainage devices; takes patient vital signs, perform blood glucose checks, perform EKGs, monitor intake and output, and maintain related records; perform skin preps and prepares patient for procedures as directed</li><li>
Answers call bells, prepares patients for meals, prepares meals and feeds patients; performs/assists with baths; assists patient in mobility; transports patients within the facility and performs assigned treatments, as directed; maintains equipment and patient rooms in orderly fashion; performs housekeeping duties for patient rooms, performs assigned data entry via computer; serves as Unit Clerk and/or monitors patients as assigned</li><li>
Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies/procedures/standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice</li></ul>
Other Job Functions:
<ul><li>Promotes individual professional growth/development by meeting requirements for mandatory all-staff meetings/continuing education/skills competency; supports department goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor/mentor/resource to less experienced staff</li></ul>
Basic Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School Diploma or GED, required</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant, preferred</li><li>
Current BLS certification, required</li><li>
2 years of work experience in an acute care hospital as a Nursing Assistant or currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program, required (this qualification is preferred for hires in Oklahoma)</li><li>
Ability to understand written instructions and perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to perform duties with increased responsibilities.</li><li>
Ability to perform duties requiring prolonged standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting</li><li>
Basic knowledge and understanding of PPE protocols and universal precautions</li><li>
Position requires fluency in English; written and verbal communication</li><li>
Pennsylvania Candidates: Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance), Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) completed within the last 5 years, or must be obtained prior to start date.</li></ul></div>

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