Location: Rhinelander,WI, USA
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital in Rhinelander, WI is seeking a Personal Care Worker to join our Critical Care Unit team!
The Personal Care Worker (PCW) is a member of the patient care team and is responsible for assisting with providing patient care under the general direction of a Registered Nurse. The PCW works within the Professional Practice Model of Aspirus Wausau Hospital. The PCW identifies opportunities to improve patient experience. Participates in projects/programs designed to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction. Identifies opportunities to improve the Environment of Care and patient and staff safety. Participates in projects and programs designed to create a safe environment and to avoid error. Prepares and maintains room and bed for patient. Assists with daily living activities, e.g., bathing, ambulating, dressing, making bed. Transports patient and belongings at admission, transfer and discharge and documents appropriately. Responds to call lights and delivers and removes food trays and assists with menu selection and completion.
HOURS: Full-time of .9 FTE; 72 hours Bi-weekly; Day Shift Only
Experience/Qualifications:
* Knowledge of patient care standards and practices normally acquired through completion of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience and completion of a nursing assistant course.
* Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire- All clinical personnel in identified job codes are required to maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) training through independent study, online manikin and knowledge testing. An acceptable training program is the Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider course from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer Program with AED.
* Is able to travel to patient/client homes to provide patient/client care.
Employee Benefits:
* Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
* PTO accrual from day one!
* Generous retirement plan with match available.
* Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital campus offers the best in health care services, including advanced medical imaging, high-tech surgical services a state-of-the-art birthing center, comprehensive women's health services and 13,000 square-foot cancer center equipped with the latest technology, rivaling those of hospitals located in major cities. We provide direct access to primary and specialty care, meaning patients in Wisconsin's Northwoods don't have to travel to receive world-class care. To learn more about Rhinelander click the following link: Rhinelander, Wisconsin.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.
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Required:
* Possesses a valid Wisconsin Driver's License.
* Possesses automobile liability insurance with minimum $100,000/$300,000 coverage required, or $300,000 combined single-limit liability.