Patient Care Assistant - Bethesda Health : Job Details

As a Patient Care Assistant, I play a vital role in delivering quality care to patients. My duties include assisting with personal hygiene, nutrition, safety, and mobility, all guided by the Charge Nurse's directions. I am responsible for monitoring and documenting vital signs, ensuring that patients receive attentive care while fostering strong communication and teamwork.

Here, over 1,200 employees are committed to enhancing the lives of our patients. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including a 403b plan, daily pay options, bonuses, opportunities for career advancement, and holiday pay. We also offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance for eligible full-time and part-time employees.

• Provide essential patient care, assisting with hygiene, nutrition, ambulation, and safety in line with established guidelines.
• Document patient information accurately in records, ensuring compliance with departmental standards.
• Upon patient admission, complete required documentation and orientation to the facility, ensuring they receive necessary items.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and call lights, maintaining a supportive and attentive environment.
• Perform regular rounds and reposition patients every two hours while assisting seated patients every hour.
• Measure and report vital signs and weights accurately to the Charge Nurse.
• Apply necessary support devices and specialty care items as per physician directions.
• Maintain proper documentation of intake and output and communicate pertinent information during shift changes.
• Assist with prescribed procedures and maintain adequate supplies and equipment on the unit.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through educational opportunities and embrace increased responsibilities as assigned.
• Foster effective relationships with team members and ensure confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Provide thorough reports to the Charge Nurse at shift changes and complete cross-shift handovers effectively.

• High school diploma preferred, but not required.
• Active Certified Nursing Assistant certification in your working state.
• CPR certification required or willingness to obtain within six months.
• Long-term care experience is preferred.
• Strong communication skills for interaction with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to manage time effectively and organize tasks to meet productivity standards.
• Physical stamina to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Capability to lift and transfer patients weighing over 200 lbs with proper techniques and assistance when necessary.
• Ability to maneuver equipment weighing more than 40 lbs properly.
• Excellent manual dexterity and coordination in patient care activities.
• Competence in maintaining written documentation either by hand or using a recording device.
• Visual acuity to distinguish colors accurately.

Pay range: $16.08 - $25.24 per hour

Category: CNA