Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse
- Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding
- Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
- Assist with medical procedures, including catheterization and wound care
- Monitor patients' conditions and report any changes to the nursing staff
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
- Follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure patient confidentiality
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide quality patient care
Experience:
- Previous experience working with children or in a pediatric setting is preferred
- Familiarity with primary care practices and procedures
- Knowledge of catheterization techniques and protocols
- Experience monitoring patients in an ICU or critical care setting is a plus
- Understanding of hospice care principles and practices
- Proficiency in airway management techniques
Skills:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy laws
- Ability to provide compassionate care to patients in assisted living facilities
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Per diem, PRN, Temporary, Travel nursing
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
- Cardiology
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Dialysis
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Medical-Surgical
- Surgery
Physical setting:
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Inpatient
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- Holidays
- On call
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- 3x12
- 4x10
- 4x12
- 5x8
- Choose your own hours
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Pennsylvania: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person