Patient Care Assistant - KCH - Knox Community Hospital : Job Details

Knox Community HosptialJOB SUMMARYDelivers direct/indirect patient care to patients of all ages from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult to geriatric under the supervision of a registered nurse and or licensed practical nurse. Demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality age specific care. Documents accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates and collaborates with other healthcare team members. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures; regulatory/ accrediting body requirements; and professional practice standards.PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direction of the registered nurse/licensed practical nurse assists in the provision of safe patient care. Perform skills that include observation and documentation as directed by a RN/ LPN.Assists in positioning, lifting and transporting patients to other departments, ADLs, and personal hygiene and documents.Application of oxygen but may not adjust rate.Performs, reports and documents patient blood glucose per capillary fingerstick.Provides water, linens and nourishments for patients and documents.Feeds patients when required and documents.Obtains, reports and documents vital signs i.e., temperature, blood pressure, respiration, pulse, oxygen saturation.Obtains, reports and documents I & O.Obtains, reports and documents weights.Obtains, reports and documents heights.Reports and documents elimination.Collects, labels and sends specimens to Laboratory.Answers call lights promptly.Communicates effectively with team members and other healthcare providers.Accepts delegated responsibilities for unit activities on assigned shift.Documents all aspects of patient care provided and maintains patient records in a timely manner as appropriate for unit.Provides patients and family members with information as appropriate.Assists in the orientation and training of new and tenured Patient Care Assistants under the supervision of a RN/ LPN.Requirements IncludeHigh school diploma or equivalent.High School or Trade School students may be considered if their course of study could lead to full-time employment and they can legally work the hours necessary for the position.STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant Certificate) or MA (Medical Assistant Certificate) preferred.Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) certification required.Medical Palliative Care Unit: Palliative Care Training within 1 year of hire.Please send resume to [email protected] or click apply to complete an application.