The Patient Care Assistant performs essential supportive patient care duties such as monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and performing clinical tasks like phlebotomy and EKG. They also maintain unit supplies and document patient observations while reporting changes to the registered nurse.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and either six months of relevant experience or current enrollment in a nursing program. Additionally, they must obtain AHA Heartsaver AED certification and complete the Capital Health UAP training program.
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology.
Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care.
Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.
As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position.
Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range: $18.21 - $22.74 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Position Overview 7p-7a Every other Weekend; Every other Holiday ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs supportive patient care duties including including ADLs, patient hygiene, vital signs, obtaining weights, emptying and documenting of intake and output, performing phlebotomy and glucometer testing, EKG's, positioning. lifting and the ambulation of patients.
Performs transports as requested (of patients, medications, supplies and specimens).
Performs and records nursing care activities, such as changes in a patient's condition and behavior consistent with established policies, procedures, and protocols, as delegated by the registered nurse responsible for the patient.
Performs job tasks in accordance with hospital and department policy and procedure, including appropriate use of equipment, machines, appropriate use in wearing physical barriers and safety equipment.
Stocks and maintains supplies as required by the designated unit.
Documents observations and activities on appropriate records and documents; reports findings to the registered nurse.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School diploma or GED.
Experience
Six months of Nursing Assistant/Health Aid experience or currently enrolled in LPN/RN nursing program preferred. In lieu of experience or enrollment in nursing program, must complete full Capital Health UAP course.
Benefits
Employee assistance program
Short term disability
Flexible spending account
Long term disability
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Dental plan
Prescription drug coverage
Medical plan
Vision plan
Paid time-off program
Basic group term life insurance
Commuter transit
In-house employee pharmacy
Retirement savings and investment plan
Commuter parking
Other
Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period. 4 hours of Stroke related
Continuing
Education contact hours annually if assigned to: Critical Care, Intermediate Care Unit, Emergency Department, Neuro Units, Cardiology Inpatient at Hopewell, Peds ED,
PACU,
Interventional
Radiology,
CNI,
Observation
Knowledge and
Skills: Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
Special
Training: Successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.
Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.
Sensory
Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate
Hearing
Anticipated
Occupational
Exposure
Risks
Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate
Matter
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Plan Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy Dental Plan Vision Plan Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare FSA - Dependent Care FSA Retirement Savings and Investment Plan Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD) Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD) Employee Assistance Program Commuter Transit Commuter Parking Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life Spouse - Voluntary Life Employee - Voluntary Life Child Voluntary Legal Services Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary Pet Insurance Paid Time-Off Program The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria. Welcome to Capital Health's new career opportunity page. Here you will have access to view and apply to career opportunities in our hospital and physician practice locations. Equal Opportunity Employer Notice Capital Health Benefits
