PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT (PART TIME, EVENING AND NIGHT SHIFT)
Company: Lancaster General
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: October 27, 2024
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Job Description:
SummaryJob DescriptionPart Time Hours: 20-24/hrs weekNights:
7p-7a, combo of 8 and 12 hour shifts and rotational
weekendEvenings: 3p-3a, combo of 8 and 12 hour shifts and
rotational weekendHiring for:November 25th start date, training
dates 11/25-11/27 & 12/2 7a-4pDecember 9th start date, training
dates 12/9-12/11 & 12/16 7a-4pPOSITION SUMMARY: Assists with the
delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care in accordance with
established methods and procedures, under the supervision and
guidance of appropriate personnel.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified
individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable
accommodation) to perform the following duties:Environment
Management -Completes cleaning tasks utilizing OSHA standards.
Performs maintenance and/or inventory of equipment according to
unit/department standards.Practices standard precautions while
handling contaminated items.Maintains unit order and
efficiency.Maintains appearance of patient care areas and public
areas.Maintains safe work environment.Supply Management/Clerical
-Orders and stocks supplies to meet the needs of the
unit/department.Demonstrates an awareness of cost containment
practices.Distributes supplies to appropriate areas according to
unit/department standards.Demonstrates computer skills necessary to
perform unit/department specific responsibilities.Depending on
location may need to schedule patients and handle phone
calls.Patient Care/Safety -Documents accurately and timely,
according to unit/department standards.Reports promptly unusual
situations, reactions, effects or conditions related to patient
care to the responsible person(s).Assist patients with personal
hygiene needs and/or provide activities of daily living, comfort
measures including changing linen, providing safe environment for
mobility and ambulation, and maintaining a clean and orderly
patient environment.Safely assist in mobilizing, turning, and
positioning of patients; including use of various assistive devices
and mechanical lifts.Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills
when dealing with patients, family members and staff.Functions as a
patient advocate by resolving patient/family concerns through
appropriate actions.Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge
procedures.Answer patient call lights independently, promptly, and
to the patient's satisfaction; referring patient concerns to the RN
or Nurse Manager.Provide close observation and care safely for
patients who require 1:1 observation.Demonstrate proper responses
to emergency situations.Code of Conduct/Professionalism -Identifies
learning needs and seeks available resources and
opportunities.Completes assignments within designated
shift.Responds promptly to requests for assistance.Respects patient
rights and maintains strict confidentiality.Communicates clearly,
concisely and appropriately (verbal/written communications).Assumes
personal responsibility for attendance to maintain unit/department
function.Demonstrates concern and respect for others thoughts and
feelings and handles conflicts in a positive manner.Able to
prioritize continuallyClinical Skills -Maintains clinical skills
necessary to perform duty/job.Demonstrates competency with
procedures based on unit population and/or age-specific
needs.Obtains and accurately documents all required patient
information; reporting changes and abnormal findings to the RN in a
timely fashion.Perform unit-specific lab tests as dictated by the
Point of Care Testing lab standards (Glucose, stool, and emesis)
record results, and report findings to the RN. Perform quality
control measures on unit assigned tests and equipment.Properly
label specimen(s) and form(s) for lab test completion.Participates
in achieving institution wide and unit based quality
outcomes.Performs duty/job with appropriate level of
independence.Performs duty/job with accuracy and efficiency.Accepts
accountability, as an individual and as a team member for all
services provided.SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are
considered secondary to the primary duties listed
above:Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this
position as required.Other duties as assigned.JOB
REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:HS diploma or
equivalent (GED).Completion of the educational requirements
(additional formal education/training; maximum supervision for
initial competency; high degree associated risk factors; yearly
competency evaluation and training).AHA CPR/BLS certification
required within 30 days of hire.Benefits At A Glance:PENN MEDICINE
LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH offers the following benefits to
employees:100% Tuition Assistance at The Pennsylvania College of
Health SciencesPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysShift, Weekend and
On-Call DifferentialsHealth, Dental and Vision CoverageShort-Term
and Long-Term DisabilityRetirement Savings Account with Company
MatchingChild Care SubsidiesOnsite Gym and Fitness
ClassesDisclaimerPENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH is an Equal
Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All
openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to
race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion
or any other classification protected by law.Search Firm
Representatives please read carefully: PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER
GENERAL HEALTH is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited
resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity.
Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms
to any employee at PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH
via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Penn
Medicine Lancaster General Health in any form without a valid
written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed
the sole property of PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH, and no
fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PENN
MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH as a result of the referral or
through other means.PENN MEDICINE LANCASTER GENERAL HEALTH, a
member of the University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn
Medicine), is a not-for-profit health system with a comprehensive
network of care encompassing Lancaster General Hospital (LGH),
Women & Babies Hospital and the Lancaster Rehabilitation Hospital
(a partnership with Kindred Healthcare). We are an Accredited
Trauma Center-Level I through the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems
Foundation with 805 Licensed beds. Our membership in Penn Medicine
brings together the strengths of a world-renowned, not-for-profit
academic medical center and a nationally recognized, not-for-profit
community healthcare system.Outpatient services are provided at the
Downtown Outpatient and Suburban Outpatient Pavilions, along with
additional outpatient centers and Express and Urgent Care locations
throughout the region. Lancaster General Health Physicians is a
network of more than 300 primary-care and specialty physicians, at
more than 40 offices throughout the region.
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