What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant position at Regions Hospital?
JOB DESCRIPTION
As a patient care assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the patient with activities of daily living (ADLs), providing patient care treatments which include but are not limited to, discontinuing IVs, restraint monitoring, and collecting patient vitals, weights, and intake & output all in a safe, timely, and effective matter. This position regularly collects specimens such as urine, stool, and finger stick blood glucose at the direction of the nurse. The patient care assistant responds to patient call lights and requests, communicates with patients and visitors, and assist the nurses with procedures as requested. This position also documents and charts in our electronic health system.
Work Schedule/FTE: .5 FTE (20 hours a week) working days (7am-3:30pm) and evenings (3pm-11:30pm). This position requires you work every other weekend and holiday.
Required Qualifications:
- Completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program required – certification preferred
Or
- Experience in an acute care or long-term care setting as a Nursing Assistant (6 months at a minimum of 0.5 FTE)
Or
- Completion of one clinical rotation in a RN or LPN program within the past 12 months
Or
- Experience as an Emergency room Technician (minimum of 6 months at a .5 FTE and has occurred within last 5 years)
And
- A current Basic Life Support CPR certification from either the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Experience or nursing assistant education must have occurred within the last five years.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school degree of equivalent
- Prior experience in acute care or hospital setting
- Nursing assistant certification
- Proficiency using Electronic Health Record (EPIC)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
Our Patient Care Assistants who work above a .5 FTE (40 hours per 2 weeks) are eligible for medical insurance, dental insurance, 401K with a match, disability insurance, paid time-off, and tuition reimbursement. Benefits take effect on an employee’s first day of employment. Aside from traditional benefits, Regions Hospital offers a range of non-traditional benefits to all employees such as an employee health clinic, on-site fitness center, a 24/7 employee assistance program to assist employees with a range of topics, book clubs, and an employee resiliency center.
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As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
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JOB INFO
Salary : $19 - $27