Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospitals and 19 outpatient facilities, which treat half a million patients annually through 2,600 affiliated physicians.
This is a benefit-eligible, full-time position (72 hours every two weeks), working 12-hour night shifts on various days and located at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas Medical Acute 2 South.
The ideal candidate will be someone who is self-motivated and committed to providing exceptional patient care.
In this role you will be assisting patients with their activities of daily living, performing vital signs, and performing EKGs.
This 32 bed unit hosts primarily a patient population of medical, telemetry, and stroke patients.
We are looking for someone who is looking to can work efficiently and collaborate as a team.
The duties of the Patient Care Assistant include:
Provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team
Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment
Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician
Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties
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Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
One year of recent experience working under the license of an licensed healthcare provider OR current enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school OR current enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals
Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English
Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certifications::
CNA certification
Multiple patient care skills preferred
Preferred one-year acute care experience
Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Position Pay Range: $21.
85-$29.
00/hour