Patient Care Support Specialist - Sutter Health : Job Details

Participates in the patient/family care and experience through teamwork, effective communication, and skills under the direction of an RN. Provides support to ensure both the psychiatric and physical care of the patients are met. PATIENT CARE. Job Description:EDUCATION - Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience. Other: Completion of a certification course for Nursing Assistant preferred. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:1 Prior experience in a psychiatric or mental health facility in the delivery of direct patient care as is typically acquired in 1 year. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE - Knowledge of basic nursing aide functions, such as assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, and documentation of observations. Under the direction of the RN priorities and manages multiple demands in an ever changing environment. Has the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and ...Support Specialist, Patient Care, Patient, Support, Specialist, Healthcare