What are the responsibilities and job description for the PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT - WEEKEND PROGRAM position at Southwest General?
Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years!
Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I-71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT – WEEKEND PROGRAM
To provide direction and standardize the implementation/maintenance of the weekend program Patient Care Assistant (PCA) staffing schedule. To allow flexible scheduling to help provide sufficient staff to care for patients. The weekend begins Friday at 7:00 P.M., and ends on Monday 7:00 A.M., for full-time weekend program employees scheduled for two twelve (12) hour shifts each weekend.
HOURS:
POSITION SUMMARY:
A caregiver is responsible for providing or assisting with patients' care, transporting, maintaining a safe and clean environment, monitoring equipment function, and responsible for documenting on appropriate forms. The Patient Care Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required length of experience:
Six (6) months of previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. STNA and basic Life Support Certificate preferred.
Required licensure, certification, and/or registry:
Must maintain certification in CPR and be able to provide basic life support
