Patient Care Aide: Full-time ; Night Shift 6pm-6amValley Hope of O'Neill, is expanding our team! We have an exciting opportunity for a Patient Care Aideto join our dedicated and passionate team! At Valley Hope of O'Neill, the work of every team member matters. The work we do every day saves lives and builds hope for the future.Valley Hope of O'Neill has served the Nebraska community with healing residential addiction treatment and recovery support since 1976.Our work is mission-driven, supported by a strong culture of teamwork and a compassionate environment that is the foundation of the Valley Hope organization.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Valid and unrestricted driver's license is required
- One (1) year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care is preferred
- Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required; or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCTC).
COMPENSATION:
- Starting base pay is $16.00 per hour
BENEFITS:
- Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
- 8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)
- PTO - Up to 22 Days per year based on years of service
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- And much more!
JOB SUMMARY:
- Assists nursing staff in providing care for patients in accordance with identified treatment plans.
- Measures vital signs patients and monitors the health of patients.
- Assists patients with everyday needs.
- Communicates with nursing supervisors, nursing staff, and clinical staff regarding patients' treatment and status.
- Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Transports patients as needed.
- Maintains a safe and sanitary environment applying infection control techniques and universal precautions.
- Adheres to all policies and procedures regarding patient information protection and HIPPA.
- Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.
- Obtains (within first six months of employment) and maintains Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Residential treatment facility setting; requires walking throughout the facility
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