Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Department

Tower Health - West Reading, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

West Reading, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Patient Care Assistant in the Emergency Department is responsible for providing essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, maintaining cleanliness in patient areas, and ensuring proper documentation of patient care interactions. The position is crucial in supporting the nursing staff and enhancing patient flow within the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, changing, toileting, and dressing.
• Perform light housekeeping duties in patient rooms and maintain cleanliness in utility rooms, linen and storage closets, and hallways.
• Assist with clinical patient care tasks that do not require a nursing license.
• Respond to call lights and assist with phone operations, orienting patient families and visitors.
• Maintain properly stocked patient care areas and electronic medical records.
• Document all patient care interactions accurately.
• Review and discuss patient care plans with the assigned Registered Nurse.
• Maintain efficient patient flow by monitoring room availability and patient intakes/discharges.
• Clean patient rooms after discharge and dispose of items used during a patient's stay properly.
• Process reusable items for sterilization and reuse.
• Demonstrate knowledge of correct patient safety practices.
• Exhibit responsible and professional behavior while working in a team setting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
• No prior experience required.
• BLS Certification is required.
• PA Nurse Aide Certification is required if hired for the Transitional Sub-Acute Unit.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Earned time off
• Enhanced tuition assistance
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Comprehensive health benefits