What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Aide : Full-Time Days position at Valley Hope Association?
Full-Time Nights / Patient Care Aide (PCA): (6am-6pm)Valley Hope of Parker, has an exciting opportunity for a Patient Care Aide to join our dedicated and passionate team! Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact, conquering addiction one patient and family at a time? Valley Hope restores lives affected by addiction and supports lifelong recovery.Valley Hope of Parker, located just outside of Denver, has been serving the people of Colorado with residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment services since 1989.At Valley Hope of Parker, the work of every team member matters. The work we do every day saves lives and builds hope for the future. 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.EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:Valid and unrestricted driver’s license is requiredAssociate’s degree with an emphasis in nursing preferred.One (1) year of work experience in behavioral or healthcare work environment including direct patient care is preferredCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required; or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire. Phlebotomy certification from an accredited agency is preferredCOMPENSATION:Salary ranges from $21.00-$23.00/hr. based on education and experienceShift Differentials:Night: $5.00Weekend Night: $5.50BENEFITS:Affordable health, dental, and vision insuranceTuition Assistance Student Loan RepaymentPublic Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer8 Paid Holidays (Including 1 Personal Holiday)PTO – Up to 22 Days per year based on years of servicePaid Parental Leave401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matchHealth Saving and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramAnd more!WHAT YOU WILL DO: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.Maintains and demonstrates a current working knowledge of applicable medical procedures and nursing care based on company policy and State and Federal guidelines.Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques on patients as directed.#ZR
Salary : $21 - $23