What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compassionate Patient Care Assistant position at Get It - Executive?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Assistant to become a vital member of our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide essential support to our nursing staff while delivering high-quality, individualized care to patients in a small-format hospital setting. This position not only offers a flexible schedule but also provides 401(k) matching fully vested from day one and ample opportunities for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities
We are committed to your professional development and offer abundant opportunities for mentoring and skill enhancement to help you advance in your career within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
Join a supportive team that values collaboration and dedication to quality patient care. We celebrate diversity and are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Compensation And Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Assistant to become a vital member of our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide essential support to our nursing staff while delivering high-quality, individualized care to patients in a small-format hospital setting. This position not only offers a flexible schedule but also provides 401(k) matching fully vested from day one and ample opportunities for career advancement.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver patient care under the guidance of a registered nurse (RN), adhering to established hospital protocols.
- Assist in monitoring vital signs, conducting blood glucose checks, performing EKGs, and tracking intake/output.
- Aid patients with mobility, meal preparation, feeding, and personal hygiene needs.
- Respond to call bells and assist patients as necessary to ensure their comfort and safety.
- Maintain patient rooms in a clean and organized manner.
- Act as a Unit Clerk and assist with patient monitoring as required.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to identify and report any abnormal findings to the nursing staff.
- Comply with all hospital policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Strong communication abilities and basic mathematical skills.
- Capability to follow written instructions accurately.
- Physical stamina to stand, walk, bend, and lift as required.
- Proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED (required).
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years in an acute care hospital setting as a Nursing Assistant or enrollment in an accredited nursing program (preferred).
We are committed to your professional development and offer abundant opportunities for mentoring and skill enhancement to help you advance in your career within the healthcare sector.
Company Culture And Values
Join a supportive team that values collaboration and dedication to quality patient care. We celebrate diversity and are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Compensation And Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching, flexible scheduling, and paid referral programs.
Employment Type: Full-Time
