Student Nurse Extern - St. Elizabeth Youngstown - Float

Patient Care Assistant

Performs various general duties and assists in the provision of patient care of all age groups as directed by the Registered Nurse and Organizational Leadership. Provides direct care for patients, answers call lights, performs clerical/courier/transporter functions. Collects data through a variety of means including observation and through the use of instrumentation. Recognizes and communicates pertinent information to multidisciplinary teams to ensure prompt attention to patient and departmental needs.

Assist patients with measures of comfort and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing, and grooming.

Assist patients with mobility by performing active and passive range of motion, lifting, turning, repositioning, ambulation, and transportation.

Performs routine patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse including but not limited to obtaining specimens, recording vital signs, applying ice/heat/compress/dressings, intake/output, point of care testing, 12 lead EKG, and reapplying monitors. May perform CPR. Explains procedures to patients allaying apprehension and eliciting cooperation. May assist in restraining combative patients.

Assists nursing team in the process of admitting, transferring, and discharging patients, including notifying appropriate individuals and departments, assembles patient charts and related paperwork, assisting and performing environmental orientation of patients, preparing, stocking, cleaning of rooms, documenting historical information, and securing belongings and valuables.

Clerical skills/duties including but not limited to courier services, answering phones/call lights and orders, obtains, stocks, places, tests, discontinues, and removes patient equipment and supplies.

Communicates and Documents pertinent patient and general information and services provided.

Identifies, troubleshoots, and works with others as applicable to resolve issues and concerns.

Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

Other duties as assigned.

Embraces Standards of Behavior. Demonstrates behavior consistent with Mission and Core Values. Holds Self and Others accountable for behaviors that promote service excellence. Provides excellent customer service.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

High School Diploma or GED

CPR

Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical experience, or be within 90 days post-graduation.

Must be currently enrolled in a professional school of nursing and have successfully completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical experience and be CPR certified. Maintains and Demonstrates competency in required clinical skills/competencies. Demonstrates computer literacy and basic technological abilities or completion of basic computer class. Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions and patient information. Accurately reporting and documenting data and services provided. Good Interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team and patients in a manner that fosters the team concept and supports the core values of the organization. Must be flexible and able to adapt to change and constant interruptions, with the ability to set and meet deadlines. Ability to manage and prioritize - multiple activities while working in a fast paced, environment.

This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Other: Requiring changing from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.

Physical Demands

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.)

Stoop, Kneel

Crawling

Climbing

Balance

Bending

Sitting

Walking

Standing

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Depth perception

Perform shift work

Use of Latex Gloves

Maneuver weight of patients

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to alarms/telephone/tape recorder

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Reach above shoulder

Exposure to dust/fumes

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Finger Dexterity

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Color Vision

Exposure to high pitched noises

Acuity – far

Gaseous risk exposure

Acuity – near

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.