St Joseph Regional

　　Location : US:PA:Reading

　　Work Type : Full Time

　　FTE : 0.90

　　Shift : Day

　　Hours : 7:00a - 7:00p

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Associate contributes to the basic patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patient. Actual job tasks may vary depending on the unit or department assigned.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

　　High School Diploma or equivalent

　　Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

　　BLS preferred; must receive certification within three months of start date.

　　Nurse Aide Certificate.

　　Medical Assistant Certification/Diploma.

　　EMT Certification.

　　Experience working in an acute care setting.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

　　Ability to follow oral and written directions accurately and thoroughly, and observe/respond to needs of patients.

　　Keyboarding skills required.

　　Must possess interpersonal skills to effectively work with employees, visitors and guests.

　　Ability to prioritize and organize work.

　　Ability to use effective communication skills to allow you to work with patients, families and caregivers.

　　Ability to obtain competency in assisting nurses with patient care as delegated.

　　Ability to follow oral and written directions accurately and thoroughly, and observe/respond to needs of patients.

　　Ability to prioritize and organize work.

　　Experience and comfort with using computers.

　　Penn State Health Offers an exceptional benefit package including but not limited to:

　　Affordable Healthcare Premiums and low deductibles

　　7 paid holidays

　　Generous time off package

　　Tuition reimbursement

　　Flexible shift schedule

　　This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

　　Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [email protected] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF (https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf) for more detailed steps for assistance.

　　Position Patient Care Assistant Certified - DAY SHIFT - Critical Care Unit

　　Location US:PA:Reading | Nurse Aide | Full Time

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